Austin · October
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 81°F, dipping to 63°F at night. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
Avg high / low
81° / 63°F
Humidity
64%
Rain days
12/mo
Wind
12 mph
What October feels like in Austin
Sunrise
07:34
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:59
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Austin in October
The kit for October in Austin: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit.
October vs the surrounding months
vs September
-8° avg high
-2 rain days
Austin in September →
October
81°F avg high
12 rain days
Best: morning
vs November
+12° avg high
-1 rain days
Austin in November →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Austin in October?+
Morning. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
What's the average temperature in Austin in October?+
Average high 81°F, average low 63°F.
How does October compare to surrounding months in Austin?+
Compared to September (avg high 90°F), October is cooler. Compared to November (avg high 69°F), October is warmer.
Does it rain often in Austin in October?+
Expect about 12 measurable rain days in October, on average.