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Jackson Weather in October

In Jackson, October brings moderate daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), with nights cooling to 5°C (41°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Jackson in October

Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 15 days of rain, with 75 mm (3 in) average for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Jackson in October

October in Jackson sees highs of 16°C (61°F) and lows of 5°C (41°F) overnight. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights drop to 5°C (41°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Jackson in October

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 163 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you prefer enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days, May, July and September typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Jackson Temperature in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 75 mm (3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
SunshineSunshine 163 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 48% *  
* Data from: Lansing, the United States of America (55 KM, 34 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 Jackson in October

Pack for changing conditions in Jackson in October. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Jackson in October

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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