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Columbia Weather in October

Thinking of visiting Columbia in October? Expect pleasant temperatures reaching 20°C (68°F) during the day, dropping to 8°C (46°F) at night, and be prepared for the wettest month of the year.

Rainfall in Columbia in October

The month brings the most rain, so be prepared with an umbrella for the occasional shower. Typically around 10 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 140 mm (5.5 in) for the month. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Columbia in October

October in Columbia brings typical temperatures with highs around 20°C (68°F) and lows of 8°C (46°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With lows around 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Columbia in October

There are approximately 205 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

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Columbia Temperature in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 34%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 140 mm (5.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 67% *  
SunshineSunshine 205 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 59% *  
* Data from: Washington DC, the United States of America (43 KM, 26 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in October

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Legend 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).

What to Wear in Columbia in October

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in October. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Columbia in October

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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