Weather for Charlotte in October is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +72°F during the day, and approximately 11 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 10 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in October around 77 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+72°F
Avg. max. temperature
+28°F
Min.
+97°F
Max.
77 mm
Total precipitation
73%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
11 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Charlotte has good weather in October.
Average temperature in Charlotte in October
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Charlotte for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in October is +75°F with a maximum of +84°F and a minimum of +39°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 16% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +81°F to +73°F.
Is Charlotte warm or cold in October?
Charlotte is typically mild in October.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +82°F to +72°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +64°F to +52°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Charlotte:
Climate in Charlotte in October
Charlotte weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
September
October
November
Avg. temperature
+82°F
+72°F
+63°F
Min. temperature
+43°F
+28°F
+16°F
Max. temperature
+99°F
+97°F
+82°F
Rainfall
91 mm
77 mm
80 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Humidity
74%
73%
70%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1017 HPa
1019 HPa
Sunny days
7
11
10
Cloudy days
9
10
10
Rainy days
14
10
10
Snowy days
0
0
0
October weather is still as good as in September.It’s getting colder in October. From +82°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +72°F.As October arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 91 mm to 77 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 74% to 73%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 2 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in October, from 7 to 11.
November brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Charlotte in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Charlotte is gradually increasing during October, going from 2 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Charlotte based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in October is about 35 mm, with a 19% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 22 mm, which is considered light rain.On average, there are about 6 rainy days during October, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Charlotte wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 58% chance of precipitation and 98 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 31% chance of precipitation and 67 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last October in Charlotte?
This is the weather in Charlotte in October 2023:
1 October
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+81°F
2 October
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+83°F
3 October
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+81°F
4 October
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+81°F
5 October
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+80°F
6 October
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+81°F
7 October
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+73°F
8 October
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+66°F
9 October
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+71°F
10 October
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+80°F
11 October
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+72°F
12 October
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+71°F
13 October
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+78°F
14 October
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+70°F
15 October
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+64°F
16 October
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+58°F
17 October
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+66°F
18 October
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+70°F
19 October
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+72°F
20 October
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+68°F
21 October
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+71°F
22 October
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+74°F
23 October
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+71°F
24 October
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+72°F
25 October
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+76°F
26 October
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+78°F
27 October
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+79°F
28 October
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+83°F
29 October
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+82°F
30 October
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+84°F
31 October
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+74°F
In October 2023 Charlotte had 18 sunny days, 11 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +75°F, with an absolute maximum of +84°F and a minimum of +59°F. The average humidity was 69%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 24%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 7 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Charlotte climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Charlotte in October has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+68°F) and the highest in 2017 (+74°F). The driest year was 2004 with only 700 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2020 with 1850 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Charlotte in October:
Is October a good time to visit Charlotte?
October is a really good time to go to Charlotte. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Charlotte.
Can you sunbathe in Charlotte in October?
October has mild temperatures in Charlotte. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Is Charlotte rainy in October?
Charlotte is often rainy in October. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Charlotte in October?
The amount of sunny days in Charlotte during October varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Charlotte, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.