October weather forecast
Wathena, KS

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Wathena, Kansas, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 64.4°F (18°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

October's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a moderately hot 77.9°F (25.5°C) in September to a refreshing 64.4°F (18°C). Wathena's nighttime temperature during October is consistently averaged at a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 69%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In October, in Wathena, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout October, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Wathena, Kansas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.5 days and collects up to 27.28" (693mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Wathena. October is the first month it typically snows in Wathena. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Wathena, there are 22.7 snowfall days, and 8.03" (204mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Wathena is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Wathena, Kansas, is 6.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Wathena is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Wathena in October?

Wathena in October has an average high-temperature of 64.4°F (18°C) and an average low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the least humid month in Wathena?

October is the least humid month in Wathena, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in October in Wathena?

In October, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How many days does it rain in October in Wathena?

In October, in Wathena, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout October, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Wathena?

October is the first month it typically snows in Wathena. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Wathena?

The average day length in October in Wathena is 11h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Wathena?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wathena, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Wathena?

The average sunshine duration in October in Wathena, Kansas, is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Wathena?

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

Average temperature in October - Wathena, KS
  • Average high temperature in October: 64.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Wathena, KS

Average pressure in October - Wathena, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Wathena, KS

Average wind speed in October - Wathena, KS
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Wathena, KS

Average humidity in October - Wathena, KS
  • Average humidity in October: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Wathena, KS

Average rainfall in October - Wathena, KS
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").

Average rainfall days in October
Wathena, KS

Average rainfall days in October - Wathena, KS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Wathena, KS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Wathena, KS

Average snowfall days in October - Wathena, KS
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Wathena, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Wathena, KS

Average sunshine days in October - Wathena, KS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Wathena, KS

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Wathena, KS

Average cloud cover in October - Wathena, KS
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in October
Wathena, KS

Average visibility in October - Wathena, 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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