October weather forecast
Lancaster, MO

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Lancaster, Missouri, with an average temperature varying between 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October brings a significant change in Lancaster's weather, with average high-temperatures dropping from September's moderately hot 76.1°F (24.5°C) to a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C). During October, Lancaster experiences an average low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, in Lancaster, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout October, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lancaster, Missouri, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.4 days and collects up to 26.54" (674mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow. In Lancaster, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.8 days and aggregates up to 16.18" (411mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Lancaster, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of October, in Lancaster, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Lancaster is 5.7h.

UV index

In Lancaster, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Lancaster in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Lancaster, records 61.7°F (16.5°C), while the low-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C). 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 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month in Lancaster?

October is the least humid month in Lancaster, Missouri, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in October in Lancaster?

In October, the average relative humidity in Lancaster is 72%.

How many days does it rain in October in Lancaster?

In October, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout October, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Lancaster?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

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

In October, the average day length in Lancaster, Missouri, is 11h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Lancaster?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lancaster, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Lancaster?

In Lancaster, Missouri, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Lancaster?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Lancaster is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in October
Lancaster, MO

Average temperature in October - Lancaster, MO
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Lancaster, MO

Average pressure in October - Lancaster, MO
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Lancaster, MO

Average wind speed in October - Lancaster, MO
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in October
Lancaster, MO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Lancaster, MO

Average rainfall in October - Lancaster, MO
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in October
Lancaster, MO

Average rainfall days in October - Lancaster, MO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (16.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lancaster, MO

Average snowfall in October - Lancaster, MO
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lancaster, MO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
Lancaster, MO

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lancaster, MO
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lancaster, MO

Average sunshine days in October - Lancaster, MO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Lancaster, MO

Average UV index in October - Lancaster, MO
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Lancaster, MO

Average cloud cover in October - Lancaster, MO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Lancaster, MO

Average visibility in October - Lancaster, 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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