October weather forecast
Sterling, KS

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Sterling, Kansas, with an average temperature varying between 67.1°F (19.5°C) and 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Temperature

October's arrival brings a noticeable temperature shift, dropping from a moderately hot 81.5°F (27.5°C) in September to an enjoyable 67.1°F (19.5°C). Throughout October, Sterling's nights cool down to an average of 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Humidity

In Sterling, the average relative humidity in October is 61%.

Rainfall

In Sterling, in October, during 8.4 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sterling, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.9 days and collects up to 21.06" (535mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15.7 snowfall days, and 7.24" (184mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 6:34 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In Sterling, in October, the average high-temperature is 67.1°F (19.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 61%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Sterling, in October, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 6:34 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Sterling is 7.2h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Sterling, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Sterling, KS

Average temperature in October - Sterling, KS
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Sterling, KS

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Sterling, KS

Average wind speed in October - Sterling, KS
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Sterling, KS

Average humidity in October - Sterling, KS
  • Average humidity in October: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (59%).

Average rainfall in October
Sterling, KS

Average rainfall in October - Sterling, KS
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in October
Sterling, KS

Average rainfall days in October - Sterling, KS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sterling, KS

Average snowfall in October - Sterling, KS
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sterling, KS

Average snowfall days in October - Sterling, KS
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sterling, KS

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sterling, KS

Average sunshine days in October - Sterling, KS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Sterling, KS

Average UV index in October - Sterling, KS
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
Sterling, KS

Average cloud cover in October - Sterling, KS
  • Average cloud cover in October: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in October
Sterling, KS

Average visibility in October - Sterling, 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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