Macetown Weather in October (1981–2025)

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October at a Glance in Macetown

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
9.5°C
Avg Low
❄️
0.7°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
5.1°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
136 mm
Avg Humidity
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84%
Avg Wind
🌬️
2.8 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
4.2
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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-0.6°C
temp difference
❄️Cold afternoons🥶Freezing mornings🌤️Fairly sunny🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds💦Humid air

Macetown October Weather Overview

October is one of the cooler months of the year in Macetown, with average highs near 9.5°C and lows around 0.7°C (mean 5.1°C). It is a relatively wet time of year, averaging 136 mm of rainfall and 84% relative humidity across the period.

Macetown October Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

October is one of the cooler months of the year in Macetown. Across 45 years of records, the warmest October in Macetown was 2021 — when the month averaged 7°C — while the coldest was 1982 at 3.1°C. Typical October days reach 9.5°C with nights near 0.7°C. The long-term October temperature trend is broadly flat.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp5.0°C→5.5°C+0.5°C
Max Temp9.5°C→9.9°C+0.4°C
Min Temp0.5°C→1.1°C+0.6°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.1°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.1°C/decade ↗
Min Temp0°C/decade →

Distribution of Avg Temp

3.0°C–4.0°C5 yr (11%)
4.0°C–5.0°C17 yr (38%)
5.0°C–6.0°C13 yr (29%)
6.0°C–7.0°C10 yr (22%)

Macetown October Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

October is a relatively wet time of year in Macetown, averaging 136 mm of rainfall. The wettest October on record was 2025 with 231 mm, while the driest was 2017 at 48 mm.

Macetown October Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Macetown during October averages 84%. The most humid October was 1998 at 87%, and the least humid was 2010 at 79%.

Macetown October Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

October receives about 4.2 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Macetown. The sunniest October was 1985 at 5 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 1988 at 3.2.

Macetown October Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Macetown during October is 2.8 m/s. The windiest October was 1988 at 4 m/s, while the calmest was 1983 at 1.9 m/s.

What October Feels Like in Macetown

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Freezing
Morning
🌞
Cold
Afternoon
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Cold
Evening
Rain chanceHigh
Outdoor comfort★☆☆☆☆

How October Ranks in Macetown

🥶6th coolest month of the year
🌧️2nd wettest month of the year
☀️5th sunniest month of the year

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

Explore Macetown Weather by Month

Macetown October Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp5.3°C5.0°C4.7°C5.2°C5.6°C+0.3°C
Avg High9.6°C9.4°C9.1°C9.8°C10.1°C+0.5°C
Avg Low1.0°C0.6°C0.2°C0.7°C1.2°C+0.2°C
Avg Rain156 mm160 mm106 mm125 mm137 mm-19 mm

Extreme October Records in Macetown

🔥Warmest October19.8°C2017
🧊Coldest October-5.2°C2003
🌧️Wettest October231 mm2025
🏜️Driest October48 mm2017
🌬️Windiest October4 m/s1988

Key Insights for October

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October temperatures in Macetown have risen by about 0.5°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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October has ranged from a record low of -5.2°C (2003) to a record high of 19.8°C (2017).

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Rainfall in October is a relatively wet time of year, averaging 136 mm, with a wettest year of 231 mm.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Macetown?

A good time to visit Macetown

October is a good time to visit Macetown, with days averaging 9.5°C and nights around 0.7°C (mean 5.1°C, close to Macetown's yearly average) and higher rainfall. February and January are marginally more temperate, but October still suits most travellers.

See Macetown'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 →

Macetown Weather in October — In Depth

☀️ October climate overview

October is one of the cooler months of the year in Macetown, with average highs near 9.5°C and lows around 0.7°C (mean 5.1°C). It is a relatively wet time of year, averaging 136 mm of rainfall and 84% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in October

October averages 136 mm of rainfall in Macetown, a relatively wet time of year compared with the rest of the year. The wettest October on record saw 231 mm (2025), and the driest just 48 mm (2017). Humidity sits around 84% and average wind speed is 2.8 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 4.2 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 0.5°C. Daytime highs moved from 9.5°C to 9.9°C and overnight lows from 0.5°C to 1.1°C over the same span.
October Weather in Macetown, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
2025 🌧️7.9°C4.1°C0.3°C12.2°C-4.6°C231 mm86%3.9 m/s3.5
20249.4°C5.4°C1.5°C16.0°C-2.6°C184 mm86%2.3 m/s3.7
202310.3°C5.4°C0.5°C16.2°C-3.9°C99 mm82%3.1 m/s4.3
202210.4°C5.5°C0.6°C15.6°C-4.6°C83 mm82%2.5 m/s4.3
2021 🔥11.4°C7.0°C2.5°C16.3°C-2.7°C96 mm84%2.1 m/s4.2
202011.0°C6.4°C1.7°C16.4°C-4.0°C128 mm84%2.8 m/s4
20198.7°C4.6°C0.6°C15.3°C-2.7°C136 mm86%2.8 m/s4.1
201810.4°C5.9°C1.4°C19.2°C-5.0°C108 mm83%2.2 m/s4.3
201711.3°C6.4°C1.6°C19.8°C-2.6°C48 mm83%2.4 m/s4.6
201610.0°C5.8°C1.7°C13.0°C-1.9°C141 mm82%2.3 m/s4.1
20159.8°C4.8°C-0.1°C14.1°C-2.8°C143 mm84%3.6 m/s4.4
20149.4°C4.9°C0.4°C14.9°C-3.1°C135 mm84%2.9 m/s4.1
20139.3°C4.8°C0.2°C14.1°C-3.2°C146 mm85%3.5 m/s3.5
20127.9°C3.9°C-0.2°C15.6°C-3.1°C174 mm86%3.3 m/s3.7
201110.0°C5.3°C0.6°C14.5°C-3.5°C128 mm83%2.5 m/s4.1
201010.9°C6.0°C1.0°C17.6°C-3.0°C95 mm79%2.5 m/s4.6
20098.1°C3.7°C-0.7°C16.0°C-3.6°C91 mm84%2.3 m/s4.5
20088.8°C4.1°C-0.6°C14.3°C-3.2°C126 mm84%3 m/s4.5
20077.5°C3.4°C-0.6°C14.0°C-4.6°C180 mm85%3.7 m/s3.7
20069.1°C4.6°C0.0°C17.0°C-3.7°C107 mm82%3.5 m/s4.2
200510.5°C6.0°C1.6°C14.9°C-2.9°C76 mm82%2.1 m/s4.7
20048.8°C4.4°C-0.1°C13.5°C-3.1°C74 mm83%2.5 m/s4.1
20039.3°C4.7°C0.2°C14.2°C-5.2°C94 mm85%2.7 m/s3.9
20028.3°C3.8°C-0.6°C14.2°C-4.5°C131 mm84%2.6 m/s4.2
200111.3°C6.8°C2.4°C16.0°C-1.3°C73 mm85%2.3 m/s4
20009.5°C5.1°C0.7°C15.9°C-4.6°C106 mm84%3.1 m/s4.1
199911.4°C6.7°C2.1°C15.4°C-3.1°C100 mm84%2.6 m/s4.4
19988.6°C4.6°C0.6°C15.9°C-4.0°C137 mm87%3.4 m/s3.8
19978.9°C4.7°C0.6°C14.3°C-4.1°C92 mm85%3.2 m/s4
19969.2°C5.2°C1.2°C13.0°C-3.2°C219 mm87%2.9 m/s4
19958.9°C4.5°C0.1°C13.1°C-3.2°C121 mm84%2.5 m/s4.4
19948.7°C4.1°C-0.6°C16.6°C-4.2°C170 mm83%2.5 m/s4.6
19939.8°C5.3°C0.8°C16.0°C-3.5°C222 mm85%3.3 m/s4
19929.5°C4.9°C0.2°C17.4°C-3.8°C192 mm83%2.3 m/s4.7
19919.0°C4.7°C0.4°C15.2°C-3.1°C149 mm85%3.1 m/s4.2
19909.6°C5.0°C0.5°C14.5°C-3.7°C200 mm84%2.5 m/s4.3
198910.0°C6.0°C2.0°C14.7°C-3.6°C135 mm86%2.6 m/s4.2
19888.3°C4.6°C1.0°C13.6°C-2.4°C171 mm86%4 m/s3.2
198710.0°C5.8°C1.5°C15.6°C-3.4°C212 mm82%2.5 m/s4.1
198610.3°C6.1°C1.8°C14.0°C-0.9°C156 mm83%2.1 m/s4.4
198510.2°C5.1°C0.1°C16.1°C-3.8°C72 mm80%2.3 m/s5
19849.0°C4.8°C0.6°C14.6°C-3.0°C209 mm85%2.7 m/s3.7
198310.6°C6.2°C1.8°C15.2°C-2.0°C159 mm83%1.9 m/s—
1982 ❄️7.2°C3.1°C-1.1°C12.9°C-4.5°C185 mm85%3 m/s—
198110.5°C5.8°C1.1°C16.8°C-2.3°C106 mm82%3 m/s—

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

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Macetown October Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Macetown in October?▼

The average high in October is around 9.5°C with lows near 0.7°C (mean 5.1°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Macetown in October?▼

October averages 136 mm of rainfall in Macetown, a relatively wet time of year. The wettest on record was 231 mm in 2025.

What was the hottest October on record in Macetown?▼

The hottest October reached 19.8°C in 2017. The coldest dipped to -5.2°C in 2003.

Has October in Macetown 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 0.5°C. Daytime highs moved from 9.5°C to 9.9°C and overnight lows from 0.5°C to 1.1°C over the same span.

Is October a good time to visit Macetown?▼

October is one of the cooler months of the year in Macetown and a relatively wet time of year, so plan for around 9.5°C daytime highs and 0.7°C at night.

Is October the coldest month in Macetown?▼

Not quite — October is the 6th coolest month in Macetown, averaging 5.1°C.

What should I pack for Macetown in October?▼

For October in Macetown, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 9.5°C and lows of 0.7°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Macetown humid in October?▼

Relative humidity in October averages 84% — quite humid.

How windy is Macetown in October?▼

Average wind speed in October is 2.8 m/s. The windiest October on record averaged 4 m/s (1988).

Which October had the most rainfall in Macetown?▼

The wettest October on record was 2025 with 231 mm. On average, October sees 136 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 Macetown 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.