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Oak Ridge Weather in October

October in Oak Ridge sees daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and lows of 9°C (48°F) at night. As the driest month of the year, combined with excellent weather, it's a great time to visit.

Rainfall in Oak Ridge in October

As the driest month, it's a great time for hiking and exploring the area. Rain is expected on roughly 9 days, totalling around 92 mm (3.6 in) for the month. When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.

Temperature in Oak Ridge in October

October in Oak Ridge is generally excellent, with days reaching 21°C (70°F) and nights settling around 9°C (48°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With lows around 9°C (48°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Oak Ridge in October

There are approximately 215 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, October is one of the best months to visit Oak Ridge.

Oak Ridge Temperature in October

Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Chance of Rain
31%
Precipitation
92 mm (3.6 in)
Rainy days
9 days
Humidity
73% *
Sunshine
215 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
62% *
* Data from: Knoxville, the United States of America (31 KM, 19 Miles).

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Best Places in the United States of America in October

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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 Oak Ridge in October

Pleasant temperatures in October mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Oak Ridge in October

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

  • Cycling
    9/10
  • Walking
    9/10
  • Barbeque
    8/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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