October weather forecast
Cape Girardeau, MO

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A unique aerial panorama of the Cape Girardeau in Missouri, with a clear view of the large Mississippi River outback
A unique aerial panorama of the Cape Girardeau in Missouri, with a clear view of the large Mississippi River outback

Weather in October

October brings full-blown autumn to Cape Girardeau, with temperature highs falling to 68.9°F (20.5°C) and lows to a chilling 50.7°F (10.4°C). The city adopts a mellow, earthy tone with crispy leaves underfoot and cooler, shorter days. People gather around fire pits, savoring the scent of burning wood mixed with cool air. The city takes advantage of the pleasant weather assortment of outdoor activities. October offers a delightful experience of Cape Girardeau's fall season.

Temperature

Cape Girardeau's October weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a warm 81.1°F (27.3°C) in September to an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C). Cape Girardeau observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C) during the month of October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout October, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 35.59" (904mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Cape Girardeau. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Cape Girardeau, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.2 days and aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Cape Girardeau, the average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Cape Girardeau?

In Cape Girardeau, 68.9°F (20.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 50.7°F (10.4°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Cape Girardeau?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Cape Girardeau?

In Cape Girardeau, Missouri, the average relative humidity in October is 69%.

How many days does it rain in October in Cape Girardeau?

In Cape Girardeau, Missouri, during October, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Cape Girardeau?

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

How many hours of daylight does Cape Girardeau have in October?

In October, the average day length in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, is 11h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Cape Girardeau?

On the first day of October in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Cape Girardeau?

The average sunshine duration in October in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in October in Cape Girardeau?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Cape Girardeau is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average temperature in October - Cape Girardeau, 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
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average pressure in October - Cape Girardeau, 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
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average wind speed in October - Cape Girardeau, 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
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average humidity in October - Cape Girardeau, 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
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average rainfall in October - Cape Girardeau, 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
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average rainfall days in October - Cape Girardeau, 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
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average snowfall in October - Cape Girardeau, 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
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average snowfall days in October - Cape Girardeau, 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
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Cape Girardeau, 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 36min).

  • 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
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average sunshine days in October - Cape Girardeau, 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
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average UV index in October - Cape Girardeau, 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
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average cloud cover in October - Cape Girardeau, 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
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average visibility in October - Cape Girardeau, 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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