For those searching for an ideal October holiday with excellent weather, Sacramento is a perfect choice. Average maximum temperatures are +79°F. Expect about 21 sunny days, making it the perfect place to enjoy the sunshine. It's worth noting that there may be some rainfall, with an average of 33 mm of precipitation over 5 rainy days. So, take your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it looks like amazing weather. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+79°F
Avg. max. temperature
+37°F
Min.
+102°F
Max.
33 mm
Total precipitation
59%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
21 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
5 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Sacramento has great weather in October.
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Average temperature in Sacramento in October
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Sacramento for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in October is +81°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +93°F during the day and a minimum of +37°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes down 6% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +75°F to +72°F.
Is Sacramento warm or cold in October?
Sacramento is typically warm in October.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +90°F to +79°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +57°F to +52°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 Sacramento:
Climate in Sacramento in October
Sacramento weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
September
October
November
Avg. temperature
+90°F
+79°F
+64°F
Min. temperature
+46°F
+37°F
+27°F
Max. temperature
+115°F
+102°F
+84°F
Rainfall
8 mm
33 mm
62 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Humidity
55%
59%
70%
Air pressure
1011 HPa
1014 HPa
1017 HPa
Sunny days
25
21
13
Cloudy days
3
5
7
Rainy days
2
5
9
Snowy days
0
0
0
October weather is still as great as in September.It’s getting colder in October. From +90°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +79°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 8 mm to 33 mm.Humidity rises from 55% to 59%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 2 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 25 sunny days in September to 21 in October.
Next month (November) brings a further decline in the weather.
Wind speed in Sacramento in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Sacramento is gradually increasing during October, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Sacramento based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in October stands at 10%, leading to total precipitation of around 15 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 6 mm, which is considered light rain.Sacramento is amazing in October with as little as 3 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Sacramento wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 39% chance of precipitation and 112 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last October in Sacramento?
This is the weather in Sacramento in October 2024:
1 October
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+74°F
2 October
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+79°F
3 October
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+82°F
4 October
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+89°F
5 October
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+92°F
6 October
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+92°F
7 October
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+93°F
8 October
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+93°F
9 October
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+91°F
10 October
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+73°F
11 October
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+73°F
12 October
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+78°F
13 October
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+78°F
14 October
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+80°F
15 October
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+84°F
16 October
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+84°F
17 October
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+85°F
18 October
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+87°F
19 October
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+90°F
20 October
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+90°F
21 October
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+84°F
22 October
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+71°F
23 October
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+75°F
24 October
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+75°F
25 October
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+76°F
26 October
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+68°F
27 October
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+67°F
28 October
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+68°F
29 October
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+74°F
30 October
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+72°F
31 October
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+71°F
In October 2024 Sacramento had 29 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +81°F, with an absolute maximum of +93°F and a minimum of +68°F. The average humidity was 56%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 10%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Sacramento climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Sacramento in October has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1982 (+72°F) and the highest in 2014 (+78°F). The driest year was 2013 with only 192 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1983 with 1202 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Sacramento in October:
Is October a good time to visit Sacramento?
Yes, October is a great time to go to Sacramento, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Sacramento.
Can you sunbathe in Sacramento in October?
October is warm in Sacramento. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Is Sacramento rainy in October?
Sacramento is usually dry in October. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Sacramento in October?
Yes, Sacramento is sunny in October. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Sacramento, 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.
