Houston weather in October (Texas, United States of America)

Looking to travel to Houston in October? This guide provides all the details you need.

In October, Houston typically experiences high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 28°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 17°C.

Houston in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 156 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 7 days.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 225 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures March generally stands out with the best circumstances. While July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Houston, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 24%  

Precipitation 156 mm  

Rainy days 7 days  

Humidity 75%  

Windspeed 12 km/h  

Sunshine 225 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 64%  

Where to go in the United States of America in October

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 Houston in October?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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