October weather forecast
Benton, MO

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another pleasant autumn month in Benton, Missouri, with temperature in the range of an average low of 50.7°F (10.4°C) and an average high of 68.9°F (20.5°C).

Temperature

Benton's October weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from September's moderately hot 81.1°F (27.3°C) to a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C). An average low-temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C) is recorded in the month of October in Benton.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Benton, in October, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Benton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.6 days and collects up to 35.59" (904mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Benton, there are 11.2 snowfall days, and 4.92" (125mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of October, in Benton, Missouri, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Benton is 6.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Benton is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Benton?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Benton, Missouri, during October are 68.9°F (20.5°C) and 50.7°F (10.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Benton?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in October in Benton?

In October, the average relative humidity in Benton is 69%.

How many days does it rain in October in Benton?

In Benton, Missouri, in October, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Benton?

October is the first month it typically snows in Benton. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in October in Benton, Missouri, is 11h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Benton?

On the first day of October in Benton, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Benton have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Benton?

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

Average temperature in October - Benton, MO
  • Average high temperature in October: 68.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Benton, MO

Average pressure in October - Benton, MO
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Benton, MO

Average wind speed in October - Benton, MO
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Benton, MO

Average humidity in October - Benton, MO
  • Average humidity in October: 69%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Benton, MO

Average rainfall in October - Benton, MO
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in October
Benton, MO

Average rainfall days in October - Benton, MO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Benton, MO

Average snowfall in October - Benton, MO
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Benton, MO

Average snowfall days in October - Benton, MO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 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
Benton, MO

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Benton, MO
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Benton, MO

Average sunshine days in October - Benton, MO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Benton, MO

Average UV index in October - Benton, MO
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
Benton, MO

Average cloud cover in October - Benton, MO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Benton, MO

Average visibility in October - Benton, MO
  • 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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