Rochester Weather in October
Rochester in October averages 16°C (61°F) during the day and 5°C (41°F) at night. Keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is expected this month.
Rainfall in Rochester in October
You can typically expect 11 days of rain this month, averaging around 123 mm (4.8 in). Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.
Temperature in Rochester in October
Expect highs of 16°C (61°F) in Rochester in October, with nights dropping to around 5°C (41°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights fall to 5°C (41°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.
Sunshine in Rochester in October
The area enjoys a balanced 183 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. September typically offers the best weather for Rochester.
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United States of America, check out our Rochester's climate page.
Rochester Temperature in October
Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
37%
Precipitation
123 mm (4.8 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
72% *
Sunshine
183 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
Best Places in the United States of America in October
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of the United States of America in October →
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
What to Wear in Rochester in October
Pack for changing conditions in Rochester in October. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.What To Do in Rochester in October
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United States of America, check out our Rochester's climate page.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
See the full Rochester climate overview or explore weather in the United States of America.
