Average weather for Columbus in October
It's warm in October in Columbus with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 20°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 8°C and 20°C.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Columbus with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 18°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 28°C, with nights around 14°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 Columbus is around 25°C, while nighttime temps are about 11°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In October, there is an average of 151 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Columbus in October |
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27°C | 21°C | |
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30°C | 26°C | |
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20°C | -5°C | |
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151 mm | 119 mm | |
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5 days | 13 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is October a good time to visit Columbus?
Looking for sun? October isn’t a good month to be in Columbus. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 38°C in 2019, Columbus reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 11°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -2°C to a highest value of 25°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Columbus
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in October for Columbus, 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 Columbus
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Columbus, 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 Columbus.
Daily UV index in October in Columbus
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Columbus, 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 Columbus over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Columbus, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in October in Columbus over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Columbus, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in October for Columbus
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Columbus. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Columbus by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Columbus. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.