The climate in Sumter during October can be summarized as mild and reasonably dry.
October is in the fall / autumn in Sumter and is typically the 6th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 24°C (76°F), whilst at night 10°C (50°F) is normal.
| Daytime temperature | 24.3°C 75.7°F |
|---|---|
| Nightly temperature | 9.9°C 49.8°F |
| Average temperature | 17.1°C 62.8°F |
| Daily sunshine | 8 hrs |
| Avg rainfall | 75 mm 2.9 ins |
| Rainy days | 6 days |
| Sea temperature | 24.7°C 76.5°F |
| Humidity | 73% |
| Windspeed | 11.9kph 7 mph |
On average October is the 2nd driest month of the year in Sumter with around 75mm 2.9 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 6 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 8 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 Sumter in October 2025.
Best places to visit in October
| Hottest month: | July | 32.2°C 90°F |
|---|---|---|
| Driest month: | November | 63mm 2.5ins |
| Sunniest month: | April | 9.6hrs |
| Coldest month: | January | 12.4°C 54.3°F |
| Wettest month: | July | 142mm 5.6ins |