October weather forecast
Mount Sterling, MO

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Mount Sterling, Missouri, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 66°F (18.9°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

Mount Sterling's average high-temperature decreases in October, falling from a warm 80.2°F (26.8°C) in September to a comfortable 66°F (18.9°C). During October, Mount Sterling experiences an average low-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Mount Sterling, during October, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. In Mount Sterling, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.3 days and collects up to 31.18" (792mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.1 snowfall days, and 11.46" (291mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

In Mount Sterling, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 66°F (18.9°C) and a low-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How much does it rain in October?

In Mount Sterling, in October, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mount Sterling have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Mount Sterling?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Sterling have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Mount Sterling, MO

Average temperature in October - Mount Sterling, MO
  • Average high temperature in October: 66°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Mount Sterling, MO

Average pressure in October - Mount Sterling, 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
Mount Sterling, MO

Average wind speed in October - Mount Sterling, MO
  • Average wind speed in October: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Mount Sterling, MO

Average humidity in October - Mount Sterling, MO
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Mount Sterling, MO

Average rainfall in October - Mount Sterling, MO
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.69").

Average rainfall days in October
Mount Sterling, MO

Average rainfall days in October - Mount Sterling, MO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Mount Sterling, MO

Average snowfall in October - Mount Sterling, MO
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Mount Sterling, MO

Average snowfall days in October - Mount Sterling, MO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 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
Mount Sterling, MO

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mount Sterling, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Mount Sterling, MO

Average sunshine days in October - Mount Sterling, MO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Mount Sterling, MO

Average UV index in October - Mount Sterling, 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
Mount Sterling, MO

Average cloud cover in October - Mount Sterling, MO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Mount Sterling, MO

Average visibility in October - Mount Sterling, MO
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July and August (5mi).

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