Missouri Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Missouri, the United States of America in October.

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Thinking about venturing to Missouri, the United States of America this October and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Missouri in October

Missouri, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. October in Missouri generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from pleasant in Kirksville at 18°C (64°F) to warm in Hayti at 22°C (72°F). At night it cools down to 10°C (50°F) in Hayti and 6°C (43°F) in Kirksville.

To explore the conditions in Missouri, the United States of America in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Festus with an average of 78 mm (3.1 in) to high rainfall in Charleston with 121 mm (4.8 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Branson sees close to 215 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Missouri by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Missouri — and find the best time to visit. (based on Branson)

January8°C (46°F) February9°C (48°F) March16°C (61°F) April21°C (70°F) May25°C (77°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly32°C (90°F) August32°C (90°F) September27°C (81°F) October21°C (70°F) November15°C (59°F) December9°C (48°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Missouri in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Missouri.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in Missouri

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Missouri, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Missouri (October)

Precipitation variation in Missouri (October)

Branson

In October Branson generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
237 hours
215 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Branson →

Independence

In October Independence generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
19°C (66°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
7°C (45°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
212 hours
153 hours
Monthly rainfall
123 mm (4.8 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Independence →

Saint Joseph

In October Saint Joseph generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
20°C (68°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
6°C (43°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
213 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
unpleasant
Climate in Saint Joseph →

Sedalia

In October Sedalia generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
20°C (68°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Sedalia →

Liberty

In October Liberty generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
20°C (68°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
7°C (45°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
212 hours
153 hours
Monthly rainfall
126 mm (5 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
7 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
unpleasant
Climate in Liberty →

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Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Missouri in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Branson 21°C (70°F) 7°C (45°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Independence 19°C (66°F) 7°C (45°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Saint Joseph 20°C (68°F) 6°C (43°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Sedalia 20°C (68°F) 7°C (45°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Liberty 20°C (68°F) 7°C (45°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Blue Springs 20°C (68°F) 7°C (45°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)

Missouri weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Missouri, the United States of America in October?

October in Missouri, the United States of America brings perfect weather. In Branson, daytime temperatures are typically around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime lows hover near 7°C (45°F).

What is the average temperature in Missouri, the United States of America in October?

Average temperatures in Missouri, the United States of America during October range from a nighttime low near 7°C (45°F) to a daytime high around 21°C (70°F) in Branson.

Does Missouri, the United States of America get a lot of rain in October?

Not particularly. Branson averages just 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain in October, making it a mostly dry month for Missouri, the United States of America.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Missouri, the United States of America?

We consider October to be one of the best times to travel to Missouri, the United States of America. Typically, the climate in Branson is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Missouri, the United States of America is in October with generally perfect weather in Branson. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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