Memphis · October
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 74°F, dipping to 56°F at night. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
Avg high / low
74° / 56°F
Humidity
68%
Rain days
10/mo
Wind
10 mph
What October feels like in Memphis
Sunrise
07:07
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:24
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 Memphis in October
The kit for October in Memphis: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit.
October vs the surrounding months
vs September
-11° avg high
+1 rain days
Memphis in September →
October
74°F avg high
10 rain days
Best: morning
vs November
+14° avg high
0 rain days
Memphis in November →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Memphis 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 Memphis in October?+
Average high 74°F, average low 56°F.
How does October compare to surrounding months in Memphis?+
Compared to September (avg high 85°F), October is cooler. Compared to November (avg high 61°F), October is warmer.
Does it rain often in Memphis in October?+
Expect about 10 measurable rain days in October, on average.