Blue Ridge Mountains

Blue Ridge Mountains Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America in October.

Are you planning a trip a to the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in the Blue Ridge Mountains in October

The Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. October in the Blue Ridge Mountains generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Blowing Rock at 16°C (61°F) and pleasant in Blue Ridge at 22°C (72°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Blue Ridge and 5°C (41°F) in Blowing Rock.

To explore the conditions in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Asheville with an average of 69 mm (2.7 in) to high rainfall in Helen with 142 mm (5.6 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Asheville sees close to 220 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore the Blue Ridge Mountains by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Blue Ridge Mountains — and find the best time to visit. (based on Asheville)

Best Places to Visit in the Blue Ridge Mountains 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).

Popular Destinations in the Blue Ridge Mountains

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America?

Temperature range in the Blue Ridge Mountains (October)

Precipitation variation in the Blue Ridge Mountains (October)

Asheville

In October Asheville generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
20°C (68°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
220 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Bryson City

In October Bryson City generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
6°C (43°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
215 hours
153 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Roanoke

In October Roanoke generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
20°C (68°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
8°C (46°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Helen

In October Helen generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
20°C (68°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Boone

In October Boone generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
5°C (41°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly rainfall
140 mm (5.5 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Blue Ridge Mountains, in the United States of America.

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Blue Ridge Mountains in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Asheville 20°C (68°F) 7°C (45°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Bryson City 21°C (70°F) 6°C (43°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Roanoke 20°C (68°F) 8°C (46°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Helen 20°C (68°F) 7°C (45°F) 142 mm (5.6 in)
Boone 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Blowing Rock 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)

The Blue Ridge Mountains weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America in October?

the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America typically experiences perfect weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Asheville average around 20°C (68°F), and temperatures drop to about 7°C (45°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America in October?

Asheville averages a daytime maximum of 20°C (68°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 7°C (45°F).

Does the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America get a lot of rain in October?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America during October, with Asheville averaging close to 69 mm (2.7 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America?

We believe that October is one of the best times to visit the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America with overall perfect weather in Asheville. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, August and October offering mostly perfect weather in Asheville. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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