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Columbus Weather in October
Columbus in October averages 19°C (66°F) during the day and 7°C (45°F) at night. Keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is expected this month.
Rainfall in Columbus in October
You can typically expect 10 days of rain this month, averaging around 96 mm (3.8 in). Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.
Temperature in Columbus in October
Temperatures in Columbus in October top out at 19°C (66°F) and drop to 7°C (45°F) overnight. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. Nights drop to 7°C (45°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.
Sunshine in Columbus in October
The city usually sees around 200 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days , a great month for sightseeing.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. September typically offers the best weather for Columbus.
Columbus Temperature in October
Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
19°C (66°F)
Chance of Rain
33%
Precipitation
96 mm (3.8 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
72% *
Sunshine
200 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
58% *
* Data from: Indianapolis, the United States of America (66 KM, 41 Miles).
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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 Columbus 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. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
What To Do in Columbus in October
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming6/10 -
Cycling9/10 -
Walking9/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports9/10
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Popular in October
Where to go in October - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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