San Jose · October
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 77°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
77° / 56°F
Humidity
60%
Rain days
5/mo
Wind
10 mph
What October feels like in San Jose
Sunrise
07:17
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:29
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 San Jose in October
The kit for October in San Jose: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit.
October vs the surrounding months
vs September
-6° avg high
+2 rain days
San Jose in September →
October
77°F avg high
5 rain days
Best: morning
vs November
+12° avg high
-2 rain days
San Jose in November →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in San Jose 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 San Jose in October?+
Average high 77°F, average low 56°F.
How does October compare to surrounding months in San Jose?+
Compared to September (avg high 83°F), October is cooler. Compared to November (avg high 66°F), October is warmer.
Does it rain often in San Jose in October?+
Expect about 5 measurable rain days in October, on average.