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Ohio Weather in October

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

Planning a journey to Ohio, the United States of America this October and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Ohio in October

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

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Aurora at 16°C (61°F) to pleasant in Sharonville at 20°C (68°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Sharonville and 6°C (43°F) in Aurora.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Ohio, the United States of America, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Holland with an average of 63 mm (2.5 in) to high rainfall in Mentor with 140 mm (5.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Cincinnati gets approximately 187 hours of sunlight in October, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Ohio by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Ohio — and find the best time to visit. (based on Cincinnati)

Best Places to Visit in Ohio in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Ohio.

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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 Ohio

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

Temperature range in Ohio (October)

Precipitation variation in Ohio (October)

Cincinnati

In October Cincinnati 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
27°C (81°F)
20°C (68°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
231 hours
187 hours
117 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions

North Canton

In October North Canton generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
17°C (63°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
7°C (45°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Saint Clairsville

In October Saint Clairsville generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
17°C (63°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
7°C (45°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
197 hours
168 hours
101 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Cambridge

In October Cambridge generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
6°C (43°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Streetsboro

In October Streetsboro generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
16°C (61°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
6°C (43°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Ohio in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cincinnati 20°C (68°F) 7°C (45°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
North Canton 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Saint Clairsville 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Cambridge 18°C (64°F) 6°C (43°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Streetsboro 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Wooster 17°C (63°F) 5°C (41°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)

Ohio weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ohio, the United States of America in October?

In October, Ohio, the United States of America generally has perfect weather conditions. Cincinnati sees daytime temperatures near 20°C (68°F), with nights cooling to roughly 7°C (45°F).

What is the average temperature in Ohio, the United States of America in October?

Average temperatures in Ohio, the United States of America during October range from a nighttime low near 7°C (45°F) to a daytime high around 20°C (68°F) in Cincinnati.

Does Ohio, the United States of America get a lot of rain in October?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Ohio, the United States of America during October, with Cincinnati averaging close to 98 mm (3.9 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Ohio, the United States of America?

We consider October to be one of the best times to travel to Ohio, the United States of America. Typically, the climate in Cincinnati is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Cincinnati. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Ohio.

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