The climate in Harrisburg during October can be summarized as mild and reasonably dry.
October is in the fall / autumn in Harrisburg and is typically the 6th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a comfortable 23°C (74°F), whilst at night 10°C (49°F) is normal.
| Daytime temperature | 23.3°C 73.9°F |
|---|---|
| Nightly temperature | 9.5°C 49.1°F |
| Average temperature | 16.4°C 61.5°F |
| Daily sunshine | 8.6 hrs |
| Avg rainfall | 78 mm 3.1 ins |
| Rainy days | 7 days |
| Sea temperature | 19.8°C 67.7°F |
| Humidity | 68% |
| Windspeed | 13.3kph 8 mph |
On average October is the driest month of the year in Harrisburg with around 78mm 3.1 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 7 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 8.6 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 Harrisburg in October 2025.
Best places to visit in October
| Hottest month: | July | 33.1°C 91.6°F |
|---|---|---|
| Driest month: | October | 78mm 3.1ins |
| Sunniest month: | July | 11.4hrs |
| Coldest month: | January | 7.8°C 46°F |
| Wettest month: | May | 131mm 5.2ins |