October weather forecast
Kirkwood, MO

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Weather in October

October brings about a true fall essence in Kirkwood, Missouri. Pleasantly cool temperatures are witnessed as compared to the preceding month of September. The transition from the warmth of summer to the crispness of fall is fully experienced during October. The city is adorned with fall foliage, offering scenic landscapes. As October transitions into November, the weather takes a colder turn, with winter manifesting in the horizon.

Temperature

Kirkwood experiences a temperature shift at the start of October, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C) in September to an enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C). Kirkwood, in October, witnesses an average low-temperature of 49.5°F (9.7°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Kirkwood, in October, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Kirkwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.8 days and collects up to 30.59" (777mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Kirkwood, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Kirkwood, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Kirkwood is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during October translates into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Kirkwood?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Kirkwood during October are 66.4°F (19.1°C) and 49.5°F (9.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the least humid month in Kirkwood?

The least humid month in Kirkwood, Missouri, is October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

What is the average humidity in October in Kirkwood?

In October, the average relative humidity is 70%.

How many days does it rain in October in Kirkwood?

In October, in Kirkwood, Missouri, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout October, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Kirkwood?

April through October are months without snowfall in Kirkwood.

Does it snow in Kirkwood in October?

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

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Kirkwood?

On the first day of October in Kirkwood, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kirkwood have in October?

In Kirkwood, Missouri, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Kirkwood?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Kirkwood is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Kirkwood, MO

Average temperature in October - Kirkwood, MO
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 49.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Kirkwood, MO

Average pressure in October - Kirkwood, 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
Kirkwood, MO

Average wind speed in October - Kirkwood, MO
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Kirkwood, MO

Average humidity in October - Kirkwood, MO
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Kirkwood, MO

Average rainfall in October - Kirkwood, MO
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.69").

Average rainfall days in October
Kirkwood, MO

Average rainfall days in October - Kirkwood, MO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Kirkwood, MO

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Kirkwood, MO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in October
Kirkwood, MO

Average sunshine days in October - Kirkwood, MO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Kirkwood, MO

Average UV index in October - Kirkwood, 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
Kirkwood, MO

Average cloud cover in October - Kirkwood, MO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

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
Kirkwood, MO

Average visibility in October - Kirkwood, 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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