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Roanoke Weather in October
During October, Roanoke experiences pleasant daytime temperatures of 20°C (68°F) and cooler nights around 8°C (46°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 98 mm (3.9 in) is typical.
Rainfall in Roanoke in October
Historically, the month has about 10 days of rain, averaging 98 mm (3.9 in) in total. The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.
Temperature in Roanoke in October
Weather in Roanoke is at its excellent in October. Highs reach 20°C (68°F), while nights settle around 8°C (46°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With overnight lows of 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, April, May and October typically offer the best circumstances for Roanoke.
Roanoke Temperature in October
Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Chance of Rain
32%
Precipitation
98 mm (3.9 in)
Rainy days
10 days
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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 Roanoke 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.
What To Do in Roanoke in October
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling9/10 -
Walking9/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports9/10
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Where to go in October - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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