Jacksonville · October
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 79°F, dipping to 66°F at night. Humidity averages 79% — the limiting factor on most runs. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
Avg high / low
79° / 66°F
Humidity
79%
Rain days
14/mo
Wind
11 mph
What October feels like in Jacksonville
Sunrise
07:29
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:55
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
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 Jacksonville in October
The kit for October in Jacksonville: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
October vs the surrounding months
vs September
-5° avg high
-8 rain days
Jacksonville in September →
October
79°F avg high
14 rain days
Best: morning
vs November
+8° avg high
+2 rain days
Jacksonville in November →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Jacksonville in October?+
Morning. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
What's the average temperature in Jacksonville in October?+
Average high 79°F, average low 66°F.
How does October compare to surrounding months in Jacksonville?+
Compared to September (avg high 85°F), October is cooler. Compared to November (avg high 72°F), October is warmer.
Does it rain often in Jacksonville in October?+
Expect about 14 measurable rain days in October, on average.