October weather forecast
Ohio, USA

October in Ohio is distinctly autumnal, with a noticeable cooling trend as the state progresses further into fall. The minimum temperatures during this month are from 41°F (5°C) to 43°F (6.1°C), and the maximum temperatures are from 62°F (16.7°C) to 64°F (17.8°C).

Throughout the state, the influence of Lake Erie continues to moderate the climate, especially in the northeastern regions. In cities such as Dayton and Akron, autumn's presence is felt with crisp temperatures and changing foliage.

October stands as the driest month in Ohio, with average monthly precipitation from 2" (51mm) to 2.5" (64mm). The rainfall continues to decrease compared to September, and thunderstorms become even rarer.

Compared to September, October's weather exhibits further cooling, solidifying the transition into fall. The continued decrease in temperatures, along with reduced rainfall, highlights the seasonal shift. Fog may still occur, particularly near bodies of water, and the relative humidity begins to decrease.

The landscape transforms with the changing foliage, painting Ohio in rich hues of orange, red, and yellow. Major rivers, including the Cuyahoga and Muskingum, reflect the cooler temperatures with reduced activity.

October's climate in Ohio offers a clear departure from the warmer months, with falling temperatures and reduced precipitation defining the weather pattern. The emergence of colorful autumn leaves, the crisp air, and the overall cooling trend create a climate that is markedly different from the preceding months and distinctly representative of fall in the state.

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• Columbus - October »
  The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 73%. October is the first month it typically snows in Columbus, Ohio.
• Cleveland - October »
  Cleveland in October experiences a subtle temperature decline, with average high-temperatures reducing from an agreeable 71.8°F (22.1°C) in September to a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C). In Cleveland in October, during 15.7 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Cincinnati - October »
  August through October, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Cincinnati. In Cincinnati, Ohio, the average relative humidity in October is 74%.
• Toledo - October »
  On the first day of October in Toledo, Ohio, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. October is the first month it typically snows in Toledo, Ohio.
• Akron - October »
  In Akron, in October, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. October is the first month it typically snows in Akron, Ohio.
• Dayton - October »
  With an average relative humidity of 74%, October is the least humid month in Dayton. The least humid month in Dayton is October, with an average relative humidity of 74%.
• Parma - October »
  The start of October in Parma, Ohio, comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C) in September to a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C). In Parma, in October, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.
• Canton - October »
  On the first day of October in Canton sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. October continues to stir the seasonal change in Canton, dropping the temperature further, shrinking daylight hours, and increasing cloud cover.
• Youngstown - October »
  On the last day of October, in Youngstown, Ohio, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EDT. In Youngstown, in October, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.
• Lorain - October »
  In Lorain in October, during 16.9 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lorain, Ohio, in October, during 16.9 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Hamilton - October »
  October is the least humid month in Hamilton, Ohio, with an average relative humidity of 74%. In Hamilton, Ohio, in October, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.
• Springfield - October »
  On the first day of October in Springfield, Ohio, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Springfield, Ohio.