Columbus weather in October (Ohio, United States of America)

What does the weather outlook for Columbus look like in October? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

Typically, October in Columbus includes pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 18°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 7°C.

Precipitation

Columbus in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 89 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 11 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 183 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Columbus climate page with graphs.

 

Columbus, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 18°C  

Chance of Rain 37%  

Precipitation 89 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 69%  

Sunshine 183 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 53%  

Where to go in the United States of America in October

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Columbus, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Columbus.

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