The climate in Columbus during October can be summarized as mild and reasonably dry.
October is in the fall / autumn in Columbus and is typically the 6th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cool 19°C (67°F), whilst at night 5°C (42°F) is normal.
| Daytime temperature | 19.4°C 66.8°F |
|---|---|
| Nightly temperature | 5.3°C 41.5°F |
| Average temperature | 12.3°C 54.1°F |
| Daily sunshine | 7 hrs |
| Avg rainfall | 66 mm 2.6 ins |
| Rainy days | 8 days |
| Sea temperature | 17°C 62.6°F |
| Humidity | 71% |
| Windspeed | 14kph 9 mph |
On average October is the 2nd driest month of the year in Columbus with around 66mm 2.6 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 8 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day.
The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Columbus in October 2025.
Best places to visit in October
| Hottest month: | July | 29.6°C 85.3°F |
|---|---|---|
| Driest month: | February | 66mm 2.6ins |
| Sunniest month: | July | 10.2hrs |
| Coldest month: | January | 1.9°C 35.4°F |
| Wettest month: | May | 116mm 4.6ins |