October weather forecast
Smith Center, KS

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Smith Center, Kansas, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 65.1°F (18.4°C).

Temperature

October is characterized by a clear drop in the average high-temperature, falling from September's warm 80.2°F (26.8°C) to a comfortable 65.1°F (18.4°C). Throughout October, the average low-temperature in Smith Center dips to a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Humidity

July and October, with an average relative humidity of 59%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Smith Center, in October, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Smith Center, there are 105.1 rainfall days, and 19.02" (483mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Smith Center. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Smith Center, there are 21.3 snowfall days, and 9.33" (237mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Smith Center, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of October, in Smith Center, Kansas, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 6:33 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Smith Center, Kansas, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October leads to these instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Smith Center in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Smith Center, records 65.1°F (18.4°C), while the low-temperature is 46.8°F (8.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the least humid month in Smith Center?

The months with the lowest humidity in Smith Center, Kansas, are July and October, with an average relative humidity of 59%.

What is the average humidity in October in Smith Center?

The average relative humidity in October is 59%.

How much does it rain in Smith Center in October?

In October, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout October, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Smith Center?

October is the first month it typically snows in Smith Center, Kansas. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Smith Center have in October?

In October, the average day length in Smith Center, Kansas, is 11h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Smith Center?

On the first day of October in Smith Center, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 6:33 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Smith Center have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Smith Center, Kansas, is 7.2h.

How high is the UV index in October in Smith Center?

In Smith Center, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Smith Center, KS

Average temperature in October - Smith Center, KS
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Smith Center, KS

Average pressure in October - Smith Center, KS
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Smith Center, KS

Average wind speed in October - Smith Center, KS
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Smith Center, KS

Average humidity in October - Smith Center, KS
  • Average humidity in October: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (71%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and October (59%).

Average rainfall in October
Smith Center, KS

Average rainfall in October - Smith Center, KS
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Smith Center, KS

Average rainfall days in October - Smith Center, KS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Smith Center, KS

Average snowfall in October - Smith Center, KS
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Smith Center, KS

Average snowfall days in October - Smith Center, KS
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Smith Center, KS

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Smith Center, KS
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Smith Center, KS

Average sunshine days in October - Smith Center, KS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Smith Center, KS

Average UV index in October - Smith Center, KS
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Smith Center, KS

Average cloud cover in October - Smith Center, KS
  • Average cloud cover in October: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 37).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in October
Smith Center, KS

Average visibility in October - Smith Center, KS
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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