United StatesAverage weather for Houston in October
It's warm in October in Houston with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 13°C and 19°C.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Houston with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 19°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 29°C, with nights around 16°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Houston is around 28°C, while nighttime temps are about 15°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In October, there is an average of 43 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Houston in October |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
29°C | 21°C | |
 Max. temperature |
31°C | 26°C | |
| Min. temperature |
25°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
43 mm | 119 mm | |
| Rainy days |
5 days | 13 days | |
September
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is October a good time to visit Houston?
Looking for great weather? October is a good time to be in Houston. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
The hurricane season in Houston runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 38°C in 2017, Houston reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 17°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 0°C to a highest value of 26°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Houston
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in October for Houston, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in Houston
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Houston, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect about 5 days of precipitation in Houston.
Daily UV index in October in Houston
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Houston, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in Houston over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Houston, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in October in Houston over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Houston, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in October for Houston
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Houston. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Houston by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Houston. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
