October weather forecast
Kansas City, MO

The arrival of October in Kansas City signifies the full dawn of fall. The temperature sees a noteworthy downturn, further enhanced with crisp and cool breezes. The bustling city slows its pace, and the vibrant colored leaves create a visual spectacle, a postcard-perfect scene. As the city is splashed with warm hues, people swap their shorts for cozy attire. With each passing day in October, the essence of winter starts to seep in.

Temperature

The transition into October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 80.1°F (26.7°C) in September to a refreshing 67.8°F (19.9°C). October nights in Kansas City observe an average temperature dip to a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Kansas City is 67.1%.

Rainfall

In Kansas City, Missouri, in October, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Kansas City, Missouri, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.8 days and collects up to 39.06" (992mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Kansas City, Missouri, are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Kansas City, Missouri. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Kansas City, there are 8.3 snowfall days, and 13.39" (340mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Kansas City, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Kansas City, Missouri, is 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.