Kansas City
Weather by month
Current –

Kansas City Weather in October

Kansas City in October sees pleasant daytime temperatures of 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows of 8°C (46°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 100 mm (3.9 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Kansas City in October

Expect around 9 days of rain based on historical data, with 100 mm (3.9 in) average. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Kansas City in October

If you're visiting Kansas City in October, expect highs of 20°C (68°F) and overnight lows around 8°C (46°F). Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. With overnight lows of 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Kansas City in October

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 212 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Kansas City.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, May, September and October typically offer the best circumstances for Kansas City.

Kansas City Temperature in October

Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Chance of Rain
30%
Precipitation
100 mm (3.9 in)
Rainy days
9 days
Humidity
66%
Sunshine
212 hours
Percentage Sunshine
62%

Kansas City Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Kansas City - and find the best time to visit.

Best Places in the United States of America in October

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of the United States of America in October →

perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Kansas City in October

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in October. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Kansas City in October

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    9/10
  • Walking
    9/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

Kansas City 3-Day Forecast

Popular in October

Where to go in October - average daytime high across popular destinations.

Bucket list

Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.