October weather forecast
Defiance, MO

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Defiance, Missouri, with an average temperature varying between 65.7°F (18.7°C) and 48.2°F (9°C).

Temperature

During the transition into October, Defiance observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 79.3°F (26.3°C) in September to an enjoyable 65.7°F (18.7°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a frosty 48.2°F (9°C) on average during October.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 72%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout October, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Defiance, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.1 days and collects up to 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

In Defiance, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following instructions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

During October, Defiance experiences an average high-temperature of 65.7°F (18.7°C) and a low-temperature of 48.2°F (9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout October, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

In Defiance, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Defiance have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Defiance, MO

Average temperature in October - Defiance, MO
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Defiance, MO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Defiance, MO

Average wind speed in October - Defiance, MO
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Defiance, MO

Average humidity in October - Defiance, MO
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Defiance, MO

Average rainfall in October - Defiance, MO
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.77").

Average rainfall days in October
Defiance, MO

Average rainfall days in October - Defiance, MO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Defiance, MO

Average snowfall in October - Defiance, MO
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Defiance, MO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 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
Defiance, MO

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Defiance, 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 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Defiance, MO

Average sunshine days in October - Defiance, 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 June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Defiance, MO

Average UV index in October - Defiance, 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
Defiance, MO

Average cloud cover in October - Defiance, MO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Defiance, MO

Average visibility in October - Defiance, 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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