October weather forecast
WaKeeney, KS

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Weather in October

October in WaKeeney exhibits the full arrival of autumn. Rainfall is slightly higher than September, 1.42" (36mm), but temperature continues to fall. October is marked by crisp mornings, mild afternoons and cool evenings, a respite after the intense summer heat. The landscapes dazzle with the vibrant colors of falling leaves—a true quintessential fall experience. While days remain sunny and delightful, the chilly nights hint at the approaching winter.

Temperature

WaKeeney experiences a clear temperature downturn in October, with average high-temperatures moving from a moderately hot 81.9°F (27.7°C) in September to a refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C) during October.

Humidity

In WaKeeney, the average relative humidity in October is 55%.

Rainfall

In WaKeeney, during October, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in WaKeeney, there are 105.3 rainfall days, and 16.93" (430mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In WaKeeney, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.6 days and aggregates up to 10.79" (274mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in WaKeeney is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 7:21 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 6:39 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In WaKeeney, the average sunshine in October is 7.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in WaKeeney?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 66.4°F (19.1°C) and 47.7°F (8.7°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in WaKeeney?

The average relative humidity in October in WaKeeney, Kansas, is 55%.

How many days does it rain in October in WaKeeney?

In WaKeeney, Kansas, in October, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in WaKeeney?

October is the first month it typically snows in WaKeeney. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does WaKeeney have in October?

The average day length in October in WaKeeney, Kansas, is 11h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in WaKeeney?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 7:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in WaKeeney, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 6:39 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does WaKeeney have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in WaKeeney, Kansas, is 7.5h.

How high is the UV index in October in WaKeeney?

In WaKeeney, Kansas, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
WaKeeney, KS

Average temperature in October - WaKeeney, KS
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure in October
WaKeeney, KS

Average pressure in October - WaKeeney, KS
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
WaKeeney, KS

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in October
WaKeeney, KS

Average humidity in October - WaKeeney, KS
  • Average humidity in October: 55%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (52%).

Average rainfall in October
WaKeeney, KS

Average rainfall in October - WaKeeney, KS
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.51").

Average rainfall days in October
WaKeeney, KS

Average rainfall days in October - WaKeeney, KS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
WaKeeney, KS

Average snowfall in October - WaKeeney, KS
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
WaKeeney, KS

Average snowfall days in October - WaKeeney, KS
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - WaKeeney, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
WaKeeney, KS

Average sunshine days in October - WaKeeney, KS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in October
WaKeeney, KS

Average UV index in October - WaKeeney, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
WaKeeney, KS

Average cloud cover in October - WaKeeney, KS
  • Average cloud cover in October: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in October
WaKeeney, KS

Average visibility in October - WaKeeney, 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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