Planning a trip to Houston in October? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +82°F and approximately 11 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 10 rainy days and 112 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
October is usually the driest month of the year in Houston
Average weather
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+82°F
Avg. max. temperature
+32°F
Min.
+95°F
Max.
112 mm
Total precipitation
71%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
11 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Houston has good weather in October.
Average temperature in Houston in October
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Houston for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +95°F during the day to a minimum of +45°F during the night, the temperature in October averages around +82°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 71% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +95°F to +59°F.
Is Houston warm or cold in October?
Houston is typically warm in October.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +90°F to +82°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +72°F to +63°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Houston:
Climate in Houston in October
Houston weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
September
October
November
Avg. temperature
+90°F
+82°F
+72°F
Min. temperature
+50°F
+32°F
+28°F
Max. temperature
+108°F
+95°F
+93°F
Rainfall
116 mm
112 mm
105 mm
Wind
2 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Humidity
73%
71%
73%
Air pressure
1014 HPa
1015 HPa
1018 HPa
Sunny days
7
11
8
Cloudy days
5
7
8
Rainy days
12
10
12
Snowy days
0
0
0
October weather is still as good as in September.It’s getting colder in October. From +90°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +82°F.As October arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 116 mm to 112 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 73% to 71%.Winds are stronger in comparison to September, going up from 2 m/s to 3 m/s on average.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 Houston in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Houston is gradually increasing during October, going from 5 m/s to 7 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Houston based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 61% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 176 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 32 mm, which is moderate rain.October is a pretty wet month with over 19 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Houston wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 39% chance of precipitation and 122 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 41% chance of precipitation and 79 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last October in Houston?
This is the weather in Houston in October 2023:
1 October
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+95°F
2 October
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+92°F
3 October
🌫️
+85°F
4 October
🌧️
+85°F
5 October
🌧️
+81°F
6 October
🌧️
+85°F
7 October
🌧️
+81°F
8 October
🌧️
+75°F
9 October
🌧️
+84°F
10 October
🌧️
+81°F
11 October
🌧️
+77°F
12 October
🌧️
+81°F
13 October
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+90°F
14 October
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+84°F
15 October
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+73°F
16 October
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+69°F
17 October
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+74°F
18 October
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+82°F
19 October
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+86°F
20 October
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+91°F
21 October
☀️
+91°F
22 October
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+87°F
23 October
☁️
+87°F
24 October
☁️
+85°F
25 October
🌧️
+86°F
26 October
🌫️
+82°F
27 October
☁️
+86°F
28 October
☁️
+87°F
29 October
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+87°F
30 October
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+74°F
31 October
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+60°F
In October 2023 Houston had 10 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 10 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +82°F, with an absolute maximum of +95°F and a minimum of +59°F. The average humidity was 76%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 29%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Houston climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Houston in October has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+75°F) and the highest in 2012 (+83°F). The driest year was 2011 with only 709 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 2058 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Houston in October:
Is October a good time to visit Houston?
October is a really good time to go to Houston. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Houston.
Can you sunbathe in Houston in October?
October is warm in Houston. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Is Houston rainy in October?
Houston 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 Houston in October?
The amount of sunny days in Houston during October varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Houston, 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.