Houston weather in October

Long-run climate averages for Houston, TX in October, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

October at a glance

In October, Houston averages 83°F by day and 65°F at night. The wettest month is usually July.

October in Houston averages a daytime high of 83°F and an overnight low of 65°F, which reads as warm for this part of the world. Across the whole year Houston sees roughly 70 inches of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like — for that, see the live Houston forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Houston weather by month

what to expect in Houston through the year

Here is Houston's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °F, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Houston by season.

Jan

63°

46°

Mild

Feb

70°

52°

Mild

Mar

75°

58°

Warm

Apr

78°

62°

Warm

May

84°

70°

Warm

Jun

92°

75°

Hot

Jul

92°

77°

Hot

Wettest

Aug

96°

79°

Hot

Sep

91°

74°

Hot

Oct

83°

65°

Warm

Nov

73°

57°

Warm

Dec

67°

51°

Mild

Common questions

How warm is Houston in October?

Houston averages a daytime high of 83°F in October, with overnight lows around 65°F. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast — for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.

Is October a good time to visit Houston?

The most comfortable time to visit Houston is usually January, February, March and April, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest July rain is behind you.

Does it rain a lot in Houston in October?

The wettest month in Houston is usually July. Across the year the city sees roughly 70 inches of precipitation.

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