The weather in October in the United States
It's pleasantly warm in October in the United States with an average temperature of 22°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 15°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 5°C and 15°C.
Looking for sun? October isn’t a good month to be in the United States. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in October for the United States. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Rainfall amount
In October, there is an average of 119 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in October for the United States
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in the United States. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
October weather comparison
| United States | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 22°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 28°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 5°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 119 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 14 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in United States with warm temps, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights around 14°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 23°C, with nights around 10°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in United States is around 19°C, while nighttime temps are about 9°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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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.
The hurricane season in Alabama runs from June to November.
The hurricane season in Florida runs from June to November.
The hurricane season in Louisiana runs from June to November.
The hurricane season in Mississippi runs from June to November.
The hurricane season in Texas runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October in the United States. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in the United States
Temperature in October in the United States over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October in the United States. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in October in the United States
Total precipitation in October in the United States over the years
Daily UV index in October in the United States
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in the United States, 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.
Weather experiences in October in the United States
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Air temperatures ranged from moderate in the north to fairly warm in the south; ideal for an active vacation. A few days of rain could not spoil the fun.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in the United States by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for the United States. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.