Winston-Salem Weather in October
October in Winston-Salem sees daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and lows of 9°C (48°F) at night. With around 79 mm (3.1 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.
Rainfall in Winston-Salem in October
Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 9 days with rain, averaging 79 mm (3.1 in) for the month. The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.
Temperature in Winston-Salem in October
The temperature in Winston-Salem in October is excellent. Daytime highs reach 21°C (70°F), with nights dropping to 9°C (48°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With lows around 9°C (48°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.
Sunshine in Winston-Salem in October
Enjoy a sunny month with about 217 hours of sunshine, the clear skies make Winston-Salem even more beautiful.If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, October is a good time to visit Winston-Salem.
Winston-Salem Temperature 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).
What to Wear in Winston-Salem in October
Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in October. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
What To Do in Winston-Salem in October
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling9/10 -
Walking9/10 -
Barbeque8/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports9/10
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Popular in October
Where to go in October - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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29°C (84°F) Orlando
29°C (84°F) Kissimmee
29°C (84°F) Destin26°C (79°F) Los Angeles24°C (75°F) New York City19°C (66°F) Big Bear Lake19°C (66°F) 
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