Dalby Weather in October (1981–2025)

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October at a Glance in Dalby

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
29.3°C
Avg Low
❄️
13.2°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
21.3°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
58 mm
Avg Humidity
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55%
Avg Wind
🌬️
3 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
6.5
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
📈
+1.2°C
temp difference
🌡️Warm afternoons🌤️Cool mornings☀️Very sunny🌦️Some rain💨Breezy😊Comfortable humidity

Dalby October Weather Overview

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Dalby, with average highs near 29.3°C and lows around 13.2°C (mean 21.3°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 58 mm of rainfall and 55% relative humidity across the period.

Dalby October Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Dalby. Across 45 years of records, the warmest October in Dalby was 2025 — when the month averaged 25.2°C — while the coldest was 2010 at 18.7°C. Typical October days reach 29.3°C with nights near 13.2°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.5°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp19.6°C→22.7°C+3.1°C
Max Temp27.4°C→30.8°C+3.4°C
Min Temp11.8°C→14.7°C+2.9°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.5°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.5°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.5°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

18.0°C–20.0°C8 yr (18%)
20.0°C–22.0°C19 yr (42%)
22.0°C–24.0°C16 yr (36%)
24.0°C–26.0°C2 yr (4%)

Dalby October Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

October is about average for rainfall in Dalby, averaging 58 mm of rainfall. The wettest October on record was 2018 with 145 mm, while the driest was 2006 at 7 mm.

Dalby October Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Dalby during October averages 55%. The most humid October was 2010 at 74%, and the least humid was 2023 at 44%.

Dalby October Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

October receives about 6.5 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Dalby. The sunniest Octobers were 2013 and 2023 at 7.3 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2017 at 5.3.

Dalby October Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Dalby during October is 3 m/s. The windiest October was 1993 at 3.4 m/s, while the calmest was 1983 at 2.6 m/s.

What October Feels Like in Dalby

🌅
Cool
Morning
🌞
Warm
Afternoon
🌆
Cool
Evening
Rain chanceModerate
Outdoor comfort★★★★★

How October Ranks in Dalby

🔥6th warmest month of the year
🌧️6th wettest month of the year
☀️4th sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

Explore Dalby Weather by Month

Dalby October Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp20.5°C20.6°C21.8°C21.3°C22.6°C+2.1°C
Avg High28.5°C28.6°C30.0°C29.1°C30.7°C+2.2°C
Avg Low12.5°C12.6°C13.6°C13.4°C14.6°C+2.1°C
Avg Rain67 mm56 mm55 mm62 mm45 mm-22 mm

Extreme October Records in Dalby

🔥Warmest October40.1°C1988
🧊Coldest October2.7°C1982
🌧️Wettest October145 mm2018
🏜️Driest October7 mm2006
🌬️Windiest October3.4 m/s1993

Key Insights for October

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October temperatures in Dalby have risen by about 3.1°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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October has ranged from a record low of 2.7°C (1982) to a record high of 40.1°C (1988).

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Rainfall in October is about average for rainfall, averaging 58 mm, with a wettest year of 145 mm.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Dalby?

One of the best times to visit Dalby

October is one of the best times to visit Dalby. Expect days averaging 29.3°C and nights around 13.2°C (mean 21.3°C) — warmer than Dalby's yearly average — with moderate rainfall (58 mm), so conditions are generally comfortable for sightseeing and outdoor plans.

See Dalby's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Dalby Weather in October — In Depth

☀️ October climate overview

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Dalby, with average highs near 29.3°C and lows around 13.2°C (mean 21.3°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 58 mm of rainfall and 55% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in October

October averages 58 mm of rainfall in Dalby, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest October on record saw 145 mm (2018), and the driest just 7 mm (2006). Humidity sits around 55% and average wind speed is 3 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 6.5 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How October has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average October temperatures have risen by about 3.1°C. Daytime highs moved from 27.4°C to 30.8°C and overnight lows from 11.8°C to 14.7°C over the same span.
October Weather in Dalby, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
2025 🔥33.9°C25.2°C16.5°C37.8°C10.3°C36 mm47%2.8 m/s6.7
202430.8°C23.0°C15.2°C36.6°C9.6°C26 mm54%2.8 m/s6.4
202331.9°C22.9°C13.9°C37.4°C9.6°C10 mm44%3.1 m/s7.3
202227.4°C20.5°C13.7°C34.5°C9.5°C55 mm65%3.2 m/s5.4
202129.9°C22.0°C14.0°C35.0°C7.4°C81 mm58%2.8 m/s6.4
202030.0°C22.2°C14.3°C33.1°C11.1°C63 mm55%2.9 m/s6.4
201931.7°C22.9°C14.0°C38.5°C9.8°C12 mm45%3 m/s7
2018 🌧️27.4°C20.9°C14.4°C32.8°C9.7°C145 mm70%2.8 m/s5.8
201728.2°C22.1°C16.0°C34.3°C12.1°C105 mm69%3 m/s5.3
201628.9°C20.1°C11.2°C33.1°C5.4°C17 mm50%2.9 m/s6.8
201530.7°C22.3°C14.0°C35.5°C10.3°C51 mm55%3 m/s6.6
201431.7°C22.7°C13.8°C39.5°C5.9°C17 mm47%2.9 m/s7.2
201331.3°C22.5°C13.6°C35.3°C6.1°C31 mm46%3.1 m/s7.3
201229.4°C20.7°C12.0°C37.3°C6.0°C41 mm50%2.7 m/s6.8
201127.1°C19.9°C12.8°C32.1°C4.8°C103 mm65%2.8 m/s5.7
2010 ❄️25.0°C18.7°C12.3°C28.9°C3.0°C96 mm74%2.8 m/s5.5
200930.1°C21.4°C12.8°C35.1°C7.0°C19 mm46%3 m/s6.8
200828.5°C20.6°C12.6°C34.6°C6.7°C39 mm58%2.9 m/s6.7
200730.9°C22.8°C14.6°C34.6°C7.6°C84 mm57%3 m/s6.8
200631.0°C22.2°C13.5°C35.5°C9.8°C7 mm48%3.3 m/s6.9
200530.9°C23.5°C16.1°C38.7°C9.6°C102 mm55%2.9 m/s6.2
200431.2°C22.7°C14.2°C37.7°C8.5°C42 mm48%3.1 m/s6.7
200327.6°C19.9°C12.2°C35.9°C6.3°C91 mm58%2.8 m/s6
200231.7°C22.7°C13.6°C39.3°C8.0°C24 mm48%3.3 m/s7
200129.0°C20.8°C12.7°C34.1°C8.8°C75 mm50%2.7 m/s6.5
200029.2°C21.5°C13.9°C35.5°C7.5°C66 mm53%3.1 m/s6
199929.9°C22.2°C14.6°C35.3°C9.6°C71 mm61%2.9 m/s6.1
199827.1°C19.7°C12.3°C32.4°C5.8°C26 mm63%2.8 m/s6.4
199728.6°C20.8°C13.0°C34.6°C8.5°C90 mm60%2.9 m/s6.6
199628.0°C20.1°C12.1°C32.1°C7.0°C43 mm62%3 m/s6.7
199528.4°C20.5°C12.5°C32.7°C7.1°C91 mm58%3.1 m/s6.4
199428.7°C20.0°C11.4°C36.5°C4.9°C59 mm49%3.1 m/s6.7
199328.2°C20.2°C12.3°C34.6°C8.1°C52 mm56%3.4 m/s6.1
199228.3°C20.0°C11.7°C33.4°C4.5°C22 mm50%3.1 m/s6.7
199130.3°C22.1°C13.8°C35.0°C11.1°C60 mm52%3 m/s6.8
199028.9°C20.6°C12.4°C34.3°C6.1°C45 mm56%3.1 m/s6.9
198930.3°C21.7°C13.1°C36.6°C6.8°C70 mm50%3.3 m/s6.6
198833.8°C24.6°C15.4°C40.1°C10.4°C9 mm45%2.9 m/s7.1
198727.5°C19.9°C12.3°C34.0°C6.8°C107 mm58%3.1 m/s6.1
198628.1°C20.3°C12.5°C33.2°C7.2°C83 mm57%2.9 m/s6
198526.3°C18.8°C11.4°C30.2°C6.4°C92 mm64%3 m/s6.2
198426.5°C19.0°C11.5°C35.2°C5.6°C79 mm63%3 m/s5.8
198327.0°C20.1°C13.2°C32.0°C5.9°C99 mm67%2.6 m/s—
198228.7°C19.7°C10.7°C36.7°C2.7°C43 mm50%2.9 m/s—
198128.3°C20.2°C12.1°C31.9°C5.2°C24 mm53%3.2 m/s—

Actual recorded October data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Dalby October Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Dalby in October?▼

The average high in October is around 29.3°C with lows near 13.2°C (mean 21.3°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Dalby in October?▼

October averages 58 mm of rainfall in Dalby, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 145 mm in 2018.

What was the hottest October on record in Dalby?▼

The hottest October reached 40.1°C in 1988. The coldest dipped to 2.7°C in 1982.

Has October in Dalby gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average October temperatures have risen by about 3.1°C. Daytime highs moved from 27.4°C to 30.8°C and overnight lows from 11.8°C to 14.7°C over the same span.

Is October a good time to visit Dalby?▼

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Dalby and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 29.3°C daytime highs and 13.2°C at night.

Is October the coldest month in Dalby?▼

Not quite — October is the 7th coolest month in Dalby, averaging 21.3°C.

What should I pack for Dalby in October?▼

For October in Dalby, pack light layers you can adjust through the day, with typical highs of 29.3°C and lows of 13.2°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Dalby humid in October?▼

Relative humidity in October averages 55% — moderately humid.

How windy is Dalby in October?▼

Average wind speed in October is 3 m/s. The windiest October on record averaged 3.4 m/s (1993).

Which October had the most rainfall in Dalby?▼

The wettest October on record was 2018 with 145 mm. On average, October sees 58 mm.

Where does this October weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Dalby behaves each October, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for October specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.