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Chattanooga in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Chattanooga in October will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Chattanooga, based on historical data.
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October

Weather in Chattanooga in October 2024

Good Weather
Mild
☁️
Cloudy
Are you considering a trip to Chattanooga in October? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +72°F and about 11 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 6 rainy days and 80 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+72°F
Avg. max. temperature
+28°F
Min.
+97°F
Max.
80 mm
Total precipitation
72%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
11 ☀️
Sunny Days
14 ⛅️
Cloudy
6 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Chattanooga has good weather in October.

Average temperature in Chattanooga in October

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Chattanooga for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in October is +72°F with a maximum of +81°F and a minimum of +32°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 15% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +75°F to +68°F.

Is Chattanooga warm or cold in October?

Chattanooga is typically mild in October.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +82°F to +72°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +63°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 Chattanooga:

Climate in Chattanooga in October

Chattanooga weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+82°F+72°F+61°F
Min. temperature
+41°F+28°F+19°F
Max. temperature
+97°F+97°F+84°F
Rainfall
95 mm80 mm100 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
72%72%71%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1018 HPa1019 HPa
Sunny days
10119
Cloudy days
141414
Rainy days
667
Snowy days
000

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 95 mm to 80 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 72%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 1 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in October, from 10 to 11.

November brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Chattanooga in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Chattanooga is gradually decreasing during October, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Chattanooga based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in October stands at 23%, leading to total precipitation of around 56 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 17 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 7 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:
Chattanooga wettest month is March, where a typical day has a 29% chance of precipitation and 131 mm of rainfall per day. October, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 19% chance of precipitation and 80 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last October in Chattanooga?

This is the weather in Chattanooga in October 2023:
1 October
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+75°F
2 October
☀️
+72°F
3 October
☁️
+71°F
4 October
☀️
+74°F
5 October
☀️
+75°F
6 October
☀️
+78°F
7 October
☀️
+79°F
8 October
☀️
+69°F
9 October
☀️
+69°F
10 October
☀️
+70°F
11 October
☀️
+76°F
12 October
🌧️
+72°F
13 October
☁️
+72°F
14 October
☀️
+73°F
15 October
☀️
+81°F
16 October
☁️
+78°F
17 October
☁️
+68°F
18 October
☀️
+55°F
19 October
☀️
+59°F
20 October
☀️
+60°F
21 October
☀️
+70°F
22 October
☀️
+74°F
23 October
☁️
+75°F
24 October
☀️
+77°F
25 October
☁️
+76°F
26 October
☁️
+66°F
27 October
☀️
+67°F
28 October
☁️
+70°F
29 October
☁️
+72°F
30 October
🌧️
+64°F
31 October
🌧️
+67°F
In October 2023 Chattanooga had 19 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +72°F, with an absolute maximum of +81°F and a minimum of +55°F. The average humidity was 71%, with a maximum of 96% and a minimum of 29%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Chattanooga climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Chattanooga in October has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1988 (+67°F) and the highest in 2016 (+83°F). The driest year was 2000 with only 1 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 345 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Chattanooga in October:

Is October a good time to visit Chattanooga?

October is a really good time to go to Chattanooga. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Chattanooga.

Can you sunbathe in Chattanooga in October?

October has mild temperatures in Chattanooga. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Chattanooga rainy in October?

Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga in October?

The amount of sunny days in Chattanooga during October varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

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Monthly weather in Chattanooga

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Chattanooga, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

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.