Orcas Island Weather in October

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

Planning a getaway to Orcas Island, the United States of America this October and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Orcas Island in October

Orcas Island, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. October in Orcas Island generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) in Eastsound.

For a closer look at conditions across Orcas Island, the United States of America, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Orcas with an average of 69 mm (2.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Eastsound with 82 mm (3.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Eastsound receives about 163 hours of sunlight in October, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Orcas Island by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Orcas Island 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 Orcas Island

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

Temperature range in Orcas Island (October)

Precipitation variation in Orcas Island (October)

Eastsound

In October Eastsound generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°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
19°C (66°F)
14°C (57°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
163 hours
84 hours
Monthly rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
16 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Deer Harbor

In October Deer Harbor generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°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
19°C (66°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
163 hours
84 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
15 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Orcas

In October Orcas generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°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
19°C (66°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
163 hours
84 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
14 days
18 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Eastsound 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Deer Harbor 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Orcas 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)

Orcas Island weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Expect tolerable weather across Orcas Island, the United States of America in October. The popular destination of Eastsound averages 14°C (57°F) by day and 7°C (45°F) at night during this month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Eastsound peak at roughly 14°C (57°F) in October, dropping to about 7°C (45°F) overnight.

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

October is on the drier side in Orcas Island, the United States of America. Eastsound averages only about 82 mm (3.2 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit Orcas Island, the United States of America with overall tolerable weather in Eastsound. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Eastsound. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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