Brooks Weather in October (1981–2025)

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October at a Glance in Brooks

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
13.0°C
Avg Low
❄️
1.2°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
7.1°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
20 mm
Avg Humidity
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64%
Avg Wind
🌬️
3 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
2.5
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
📈
+0.6°C
temp difference
❄️Cool afternoons🥶Freezing mornings☁️Cloudier skies💧Dry month💨Breezy😊Comfortable humidity

Brooks October Weather Overview

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Brooks, with average highs near 13°C and lows around 1.2°C (mean 7.1°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 20 mm of rainfall and 64% relative humidity across the period.

Brooks October Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Brooks. Across 45 years of records, the warmest October in Brooks was 2022 — when the month averaged 11.2°C — while the coldest was 2002 at 3°C. Typical October days reach 13°C with nights near 1.2°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.3°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp6.2°C→9.1°C+2.9°C
Max Temp12.0°C→15.2°C+3.2°C
Min Temp0.4°C→3.0°C+2.6°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.3°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.3°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

3.0°C–5.3°C8 yr (18%)
5.3°C–7.5°C19 yr (42%)
7.5°C–9.8°C15 yr (33%)
9.8°C–12.0°C3 yr (7%)

Brooks October Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

October is about average for rainfall in Brooks, averaging 20 mm of rainfall. The wettest October on record was 1994 with 40 mm, while the driest was 1983 at 5 mm.

Brooks October Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Brooks during October averages 64%. The most humid October was 2016 at 74%, and the least humid was 2001 at 54%.

Brooks October Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

October receives about 2.5 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Brooks. The sunniest Octobers were 1989, 2008 and 2021 at 2.8 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2012 at 1.9.

Brooks October Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Brooks during October is 3 m/s. The windiest October was 2017 at 3.9 m/s, while the calmest was 1998 at 2.5 m/s.

What October Feels Like in Brooks

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Freezing
Morning
🌞
Cool
Afternoon
🌆
Cold
Evening
Rain chanceLow
Outdoor comfort★★★☆☆

How October Ranks in Brooks

🔥6th warmest month of the year
🌵6th driest month of the year
☀️8th sunniest month of the year

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

Explore Brooks Weather by Month

Brooks October Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp7.0°C6.8°C6.8°C7.0°C8.4°C+1.4°C
Avg High13.1°C12.6°C12.6°C12.9°C14.3°C+1.2°C
Avg Low0.9°C0.9°C1.0°C1.2°C2.5°C+1.6°C
Avg Rain19 mm21 mm20 mm20 mm17 mm-2 mm

Extreme October Records in Brooks

🔥Warmest October28.1°C2021
🧊Coldest October-18.3°C1984
🌧️Wettest October40 mm1994
🏜️Driest October5 mm1983
🌬️Windiest October3.9 m/s2017

Key Insights for October

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October temperatures in Brooks have risen by about 2.9°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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October has ranged from a record low of -18.3°C (1984) to a record high of 28.1°C (2021).

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Rainfall in October is about average for rainfall, averaging 20 mm, with a wettest year of 40 mm.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Brooks?

A good time to visit Brooks

October is a good time to visit Brooks, with days averaging 13°C and nights around 1.2°C (mean 7.1°C, close to Brooks's yearly average) and low rainfall. July and August are marginally more temperate, but October still suits most travellers.

See Brooks'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 →

Brooks Weather in October — In Depth

☀️ October climate overview

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Brooks, with average highs near 13°C and lows around 1.2°C (mean 7.1°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 20 mm of rainfall and 64% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in October

October averages 20 mm of rainfall in Brooks, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest October on record saw 40 mm (1994), and the driest just 5 mm (1983). Humidity sits around 64% and average wind speed is 3 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 2.5 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 2.9°C. Daytime highs moved from 12°C to 15.2°C and overnight lows from 0.4°C to 3°C over the same span.
October Weather in Brooks, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202514.5°C8.6°C2.6°C22.1°C-3.7°C15 mm59%3.3 m/s2.7
202416.2°C9.6°C3.0°C25.5°C-3.6°C9 mm62%2.9 m/s2.7
202312.7°C7.3°C1.8°C27.2°C-10.0°C29 mm64%2.7 m/s2.4
2022 🔥17.2°C11.2°C5.2°C27.0°C-4.3°C13 mm61%2.8 m/s2.6
202115.4°C8.8°C2.2°C28.1°C-5.0°C12 mm56%3.2 m/s2.8
20209.8°C5.0°C0.3°C24.9°C-13.9°C22 mm66%3.1 m/s2.3
20199.6°C3.7°C-2.3°C21.2°C-12.1°C12 mm64%3.5 m/s2.6
201812.0°C5.9°C-0.2°C19.7°C-5.2°C17 mm66%2.7 m/s2.5
201712.2°C6.4°C0.7°C21.7°C-6.0°C33 mm61%3.9 m/s2.4
201611.0°C5.8°C0.6°C18.0°C-6.1°C26 mm74%2.6 m/s2
201515.9°C9.6°C3.4°C25.1°C-4.0°C13 mm62%3 m/s2.7
201416.3°C10.4°C4.6°C23.9°C-4.1°C16 mm63%3.4 m/s2.6
201312.3°C6.5°C0.6°C21.1°C-8.2°C17 mm65%2.8 m/s2.5
201210.0°C4.7°C-0.6°C27.6°C-10.6°C34 mm69%3.3 m/s1.9
201114.6°C8.5°C2.4°C23.0°C-3.9°C20 mm61%3.1 m/s2.6
201015.1°C8.9°C2.6°C25.8°C-4.4°C13 mm68%2.6 m/s2.7
20098.0°C3.2°C-1.6°C19.9°C-10.8°C39 mm69%3 m/s2
200814.5°C8.1°C1.8°C26.4°C-5.3°C17 mm56%3.1 m/s2.8
200715.3°C9.2°C3.1°C22.9°C-3.9°C5 mm58%3.3 m/s2.6
200610.3°C5.1°C0.0°C23.5°C-6.7°C23 mm67%2.8 m/s2.2
200514.3°C8.2°C2.1°C19.6°C-2.5°C23 mm70%3 m/s2.6
200412.4°C6.5°C0.5°C24.4°C-5.7°C11 mm67%2.8 m/s2.4
200315.8°C9.8°C3.8°C27.0°C-13.5°C38 mm59%3.5 m/s2.5
2002 ❄️8.2°C3.0°C-2.2°C20.2°C-13.2°C19 mm70%2.6 m/s2.2
200113.2°C7.1°C1.0°C21.3°C-4.0°C14 mm54%3.4 m/s2.7
200014.3°C7.7°C1.2°C24.1°C-5.8°C10 mm61%2.8 m/s2.7
199914.5°C8.3°C2.0°C21.5°C-5.5°C11 mm57%3.2 m/s2.3
199814.6°C8.4°C2.2°C21.0°C-3.4°C7 mm62%2.5 m/s2.5
199712.3°C6.6°C0.9°C25.0°C-6.4°C9 mm64%3.2 m/s2.2
199612.3°C6.3°C0.2°C24.7°C-10.1°C14 mm63%3 m/s2.5
199511.7°C6.2°C0.7°C18.6°C-6.5°C28 mm64%3.3 m/s2.6
1994 🌧️12.4°C7.0°C1.7°C23.6°C-4.4°C40 mm64%3.6 m/s2.5
199313.0°C6.8°C0.7°C23.1°C-6.3°C24 mm70%2.7 m/s2.6
199212.2°C6.6°C0.9°C26.6°C-8.0°C34 mm66%2.8 m/s2.3
199111.2°C4.9°C-1.4°C26.0°C-17.2°C24 mm60%3.1 m/s2.5
199012.1°C6.5°C0.8°C22.6°C-4.1°C17 mm56%3.4 m/s2.7
198913.3°C7.2°C1.0°C21.2°C-5.6°C14 mm62%3.2 m/s2.8
198815.6°C9.1°C2.5°C25.3°C-6.9°C7 mm57%2.8 m/s2.6
198714.0°C7.4°C0.8°C26.4°C-5.6°C12 mm59%2.7 m/s2.7
198614.8°C8.2°C1.6°C23.2°C-8.0°C38 mm71%2.6 m/s2.7
198511.4°C5.7°C-0.1°C18.2°C-11.4°C25 mm67%3.5 m/s2.3
19849.5°C4.3°C-0.9°C27.0°C-18.3°C34 mm66%3.4 m/s2.3
198313.8°C7.5°C1.3°C20.1°C-3.5°C5 mm63%2.7 m/s—
198213.3°C7.2°C1.0°C23.2°C-5.9°C12 mm68%2.9 m/s—
198112.1°C6.3°C0.5°C20.8°C-4.6°C26 mm66%2.9 m/s—

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

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Brooks October Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Brooks in October?▼

The average high in October is around 13°C with lows near 1.2°C (mean 7.1°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Brooks in October?▼

October averages 20 mm of rainfall in Brooks, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 40 mm in 1994.

What was the hottest October on record in Brooks?▼

The hottest October reached 28.1°C in 2021. The coldest dipped to -18.3°C in 1984.

Has October in Brooks 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 2.9°C. Daytime highs moved from 12°C to 15.2°C and overnight lows from 0.4°C to 3°C over the same span.

Is October a good time to visit Brooks?▼

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Brooks and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 13°C daytime highs and 1.2°C at night.

Is October the coldest month in Brooks?▼

Not quite — October is the 7th coolest month in Brooks, averaging 7.1°C.

What should I pack for Brooks in October?▼

For October in Brooks, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 13°C and lows of 1.2°C.

Is Brooks humid in October?▼

Relative humidity in October averages 64% — moderately humid.

How windy is Brooks in October?▼

Average wind speed in October is 3 m/s. The windiest October on record averaged 3.9 m/s (2017).

Which October had the most rainfall in Brooks?▼

The wettest October on record was 1994 with 40 mm. On average, October sees 20 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 Brooks 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.