October weather forecast
Columbus, MO

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Columbus, Missouri, is another enjoyable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and an average high of 65.3°F (18.5°C).

Temperature

As Columbus enters October, the average high-temperature decreases from the a warm 78.6°F (25.9°C) of September to a refreshing 65.3°F (18.5°C). In the month of October, Columbus's average low-temperature falls to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In October, in Columbus, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout October, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138.6 rainfall days, and 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 17.3 snowfall days, and 8.62" (219mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October leads to these instructions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 65.3°F (18.5°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Columbus, in October, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Columbus have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Columbus is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Columbus?

In Columbus, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Columbus, MO

Average temperature in October - Columbus, MO
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Columbus, MO

Average pressure in October - Columbus, MO
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Columbus, MO

Average wind speed in October - Columbus, MO
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Columbus, MO

Average humidity in October - Columbus, MO
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Columbus, MO

Average rainfall in October - Columbus, MO
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in October
Columbus, MO

Average rainfall days in October - Columbus, MO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Columbus, MO

Average snowfall in October - Columbus, MO
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Columbus, MO

Average snowfall days in October - Columbus, MO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Columbus, MO

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Columbus, MO
  • 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 30min).

  • 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Columbus, MO

Average sunshine days in October - Columbus, MO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Columbus, MO

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

Average cloud cover in October
Columbus, MO

Average cloud cover in October - Columbus, MO
  • 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
Columbus, MO

Average visibility in October - Columbus, 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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