Wichita · October
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 70°F, low 51°F. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
70° / 51°F
Humidity
61%
Rain days
10/mo
Wind
15 mph
What October feels like in Wichita
Sunrise
07:39
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:51
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Wichita in October
The kit for October in Wichita: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit, a wind-blocking layer for exposed routes.
October vs the surrounding months
vs September
-14° avg high
+1 rain days
Wichita in September →
October
70°F avg high
10 rain days
Best: morning
vs November
+14° avg high
+2 rain days
Wichita in November →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Wichita in October?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Wichita in October?+
Average high 70°F, average low 51°F.
How does October compare to surrounding months in Wichita?+
Compared to September (avg high 83°F), October is cooler. Compared to November (avg high 56°F), October is warmer.
Does it rain often in Wichita in October?+
Expect about 10 measurable rain days in October, on average.