Weather for New York in October is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +64°F during the day, and approximately 9 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 12 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in October around 96 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+64°F
Avg. max. temperature
+32°F
Min.
+93°F
Max.
96 mm
Total precipitation
68%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: New York has good weather in October.
Average temperature in New York in October
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in New York for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in October is +68°F with a maximum of +82°F and a minimum of +46°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 65% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +77°F to +54°F.
Is New York warm or cold in October?
New York is typically mild in October.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +75°F to +64°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 New York:
Water temperature in New York in October
Water in New York in October is Fresh. It varies from +56°F to +69°F, with an average of +62°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +64°F.
In October, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in New York are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +74°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +39°F.
Can you swim in New York in October?
Water temperature (+62°F) in New York in October might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in New York in October
New York weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
September
October
November
Avg. temperature
+75°F
+64°F
+54°F
Min. temperature
+43°F
+32°F
+16°F
Max. temperature
+97°F
+93°F
+79°F
Rainfall
106 mm
96 mm
82 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+70°F
+62°F
+54°F
Humidity
69%
68%
64%
Air pressure
1017 HPa
1017 HPa
1018 HPa
Sunny days
10
9
8
Cloudy days
7
9
10
Rainy days
12
12
11
Snowy days
0
0
0
October weather is still as good as in September.It’s getting colder in October. From +75°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +64°F.As October arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 106 mm to 96 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 69% to 68%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 4 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 10 sunny days in September to 9 in October.
November brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in New York in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 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 New York is gradually increasing during October, going from 4 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during October in New York based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in October is about 118 mm, with a 42% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 28 mm, which is moderate rain.October is a pretty wet month with over 13 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:
New York wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 42% chance of precipitation and 113 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 24% chance of precipitation and 48 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last October in New York?
This is the weather in New York in October 2023:
1 October
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+77°F
2 October
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+78°F
3 October
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+81°F
4 October
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+82°F
5 October
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+76°F
6 October
🌫️
+71°F
7 October
🌫️
+70°F
8 October
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+62°F
9 October
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+62°F
10 October
☁️
+64°F
11 October
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+71°F
12 October
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+72°F
13 October
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+65°F
14 October
🌫️
+60°F
15 October
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+60°F
16 October
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+64°F
17 October
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+63°F
18 October
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+63°F
19 October
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+65°F
20 October
🌫️
+63°F
21 October
🌫️
+64°F
22 October
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+59°F
23 October
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+62°F
24 October
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+65°F
25 October
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+73°F
26 October
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+78°F
27 October
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+74°F
28 October
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+81°F
29 October
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+74°F
30 October
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+60°F
31 October
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+54°F
In October 2023 New York had 20 sunny days, 4 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +68°F, with an absolute maximum of +82°F and a minimum of +54°F. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 48%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how New York climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in New York in October has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1996 (+59°F) and the highest in 2016 (+65°F). The driest year was 1982 with only 711 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 1785 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in New York in October:
Is October a good time to visit New York?
October is a really good time to go to New York. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit New York.
Can you sunbathe in New York in October?
October has mild temperatures in New York. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in New York in October?
In general, you can swim in New York in October, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +62°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is New York rainy in October?
New York 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 New York in October?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in New York in October, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in New York, 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.