Springdale Weather in October (1981–2025)

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October at a Glance in Springdale

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
21.9°C
Avg Low
❄️
9.3°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
15.6°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
110 mm
Avg Humidity
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71%
Avg Wind
🌬️
0.6 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
3.7
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
📈
+1°C
temp difference
🌤️Mild afternoons❄️Cold mornings🌤️Fairly sunny🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds😊Comfortable humidity

Springdale October Weather Overview

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Springdale, with average highs near 21.9°C and lows around 9.3°C (mean 15.6°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 110 mm of rainfall and 71% relative humidity across the period.

Springdale October Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Springdale. Across 45 years of records, the warmest October in Springdale was 2024 — when the month averaged 20.5°C — while the coldest was 2009 at 11.9°C. Typical October days reach 21.9°C with nights near 9.3°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.5°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp15.5°C→17.7°C+2.2°C
Max Temp21.3°C→24.3°C+3°C
Min Temp9.8°C→11.1°C+1.3°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.5°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.5°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.4°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

11.0°C–13.5°C4 yr (9%)
13.5°C–16.0°C20 yr (44%)
16.0°C–18.5°C19 yr (42%)
18.5°C–21.0°C2 yr (4%)

Springdale October Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

October is about average for rainfall in Springdale, averaging 110 mm of rainfall. The wettest Octobers on record were 1984 and 2019 with 245 mm, while the driest was 1989 at 34 mm.

Springdale October Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Springdale during October averages 71%. The most humid October was 2009 at 85%, and the least humid was 2024 at 45%.

Springdale October Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

October receives about 3.7 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Springdale. The sunniest October was 2024 at 4.7 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest were 1984 and 2009 at 2.7.

Springdale October Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Springdale during October is 0.6 m/s. The windiest Octobers were 2017, 2021 and 2023, among others at 0.7 m/s, while the calmest were 1986, 2002 and 2025 at 0.5 m/s.

What October Feels Like in Springdale

🌅
Cold
Morning
🌞
Mild
Afternoon
🌆
Cool
Evening
Rain chanceHigh
Outdoor comfort★★★★☆

How October Ranks in Springdale

🔥6th warmest month of the year
🌧️4th wettest month of the year
☀️8th sunniest month of the year

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

Explore Springdale Weather by Month

Springdale October Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp15.0°C15.2°C15.3°C15.9°C17.2°C+2.2°C
Avg High21.0°C21.6°C21.4°C22.2°C23.8°C+2.8°C
Avg Low9.1°C8.7°C9.1°C9.6°C10.6°C+1.5°C
Avg Rain122 mm102 mm110 mm105 mm110 mm-12 mm

Extreme October Records in Springdale

🔥Warmest October34.8°C2024
🧊Coldest October-6.1°C1993
🌧️Wettest October245 mm1984
🏜️Driest October34 mm1989
🌬️Windiest October0.7 m/s1995

Key Insights for October

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October temperatures in Springdale have risen by about 2.2°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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October has ranged from a record low of -6.1°C (1993) to a record high of 34.8°C (2024).

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Rainfall in October is about average for rainfall, averaging 110 mm, with a wettest year of 245 mm.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Springdale?

A good time to visit Springdale

October is a good time to visit Springdale, with days averaging 21.9°C and nights around 9.3°C (mean 15.6°C, warmer than Springdale's yearly average) and higher rainfall. September and June are marginally more temperate, but October still suits most travellers.

See Springdale'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 →

Springdale Weather in October — In Depth

☀️ October climate overview

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Springdale, with average highs near 21.9°C and lows around 9.3°C (mean 15.6°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 110 mm of rainfall and 71% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in October

October averages 110 mm of rainfall in Springdale, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest October on record saw 245 mm (1984), and the driest just 34 mm (1989). Humidity sits around 71% and average wind speed is 0.6 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 3.7 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 2.2°C. Daytime highs moved from 21.3°C to 24.3°C and overnight lows from 9.8°C to 11.1°C over the same span.
October Weather in Springdale, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202524.2°C18.2°C12.1°C30.2°C1.9°C83 mm72%0.5 m/s3.7
2024 🔥28.6°C20.5°C12.4°C34.8°C2.6°C37 mm45%0.6 m/s4.7
202322.5°C16.2°C9.9°C31.5°C-4.3°C98 mm68%0.7 m/s3.8
202223.2°C16.2°C9.3°C31.0°C-3.5°C114 mm55%0.6 m/s4.2
202123.1°C17.4°C11.7°C32.4°C4.5°C151 mm73%0.7 m/s3.5
202021.1°C14.7°C8.3°C29.6°C-0.5°C176 mm72%0.6 m/s3.5
201919.5°C13.5°C7.4°C29.9°C-3.9°C245 mm78%0.6 m/s3.7
201820.7°C15.6°C10.5°C30.6°C0.5°C115 mm78%0.6 m/s3.2
201723.0°C16.2°C9.4°C31.7°C-3.4°C92 mm65%0.7 m/s4
201625.9°C19.4°C12.9°C30.1°C4.8°C71 mm70%0.6 m/s3.9
201523.9°C17.1°C10.4°C32.0°C5.2°C52 mm63%0.6 m/s3.9
201421.9°C16.1°C10.2°C30.9°C-0.6°C165 mm77%0.6 m/s3.8
201320.6°C14.6°C8.7°C29.6°C0.1°C127 mm76%0.6 m/s3.7
201220.5°C14.4°C8.2°C28.5°C-2.1°C71 mm70%0.7 m/s3.5
201123.0°C15.9°C8.9°C30.4°C-1.3°C71 mm62%0.6 m/s4.4
201023.4°C16.2°C9.0°C29.0°C-0.1°C41 mm63%0.6 m/s4.4
2009 ❄️16.9°C11.9°C6.9°C26.1°C0.1°C241 mm85%0.6 m/s2.7
200820.9°C14.5°C8.1°C26.2°C-3.1°C60 mm75%0.6 m/s4
200721.7°C16.0°C10.2°C29.2°C1.8°C124 mm77%0.6 m/s4.1
200620.6°C14.3°C8.0°C30.9°C-1.0°C69 mm72%0.6 m/s3.6
200523.4°C16.4°C9.4°C31.2°C-0.3°C41 mm64%0.6 m/s4.1
200423.5°C17.7°C11.8°C29.1°C3.0°C175 mm73%0.6 m/s3.1
200322.9°C16.3°C9.7°C29.0°C1.0°C84 mm72%0.6 m/s3.9
200220.6°C14.5°C8.3°C31.7°C1.0°C84 mm70%0.5 m/s2.8
200120.6°C14.2°C7.7°C26.9°C-1.4°C122 mm72%0.6 m/s3.9
200023.2°C17.1°C11.0°C31.6°C-2.1°C105 mm67%0.6 m/s3.5
199924.8°C16.9°C9.0°C31.1°C-1.5°C47 mm56%0.6 m/s4.2
199821.4°C15.6°C9.9°C25.6°C1.8°C169 mm80%0.6 m/s3.8
199721.2°C15.3°C9.3°C31.2°C-1.1°C122 mm75%0.6 m/s3.7
199620.3°C14.4°C8.5°C24.7°C0.9°C102 mm78%0.6 m/s3.8
199522.5°C15.3°C8.2°C29.7°C0.9°C53 mm62%0.7 m/s4.2
199422.1°C16.0°C9.9°C31.5°C-1.8°C98 mm73%0.6 m/s3.4
199318.3°C12.5°C6.7°C26.0°C-6.1°C93 mm76%0.6 m/s3.6
199223.3°C16.0°C8.8°C27.9°C2.4°C53 mm66%0.6 m/s3.7
199122.5°C16.1°C9.7°C28.2°C-0.8°C197 mm71%0.6 m/s3.9
199019.7°C13.4°C7.0°C26.2°C-1.0°C88 mm73%0.6 m/s3.8
198923.2°C16.2°C9.1°C30.6°C-4.3°C34 mm64%0.6 m/s3.8
198819.9°C13.5°C7.0°C28.7°C3.0°C40 mm67%0.6 m/s3.5
198720.2°C13.4°C6.6°C25.1°C-0.6°C80 mm66%0.6 m/s3.8
198619.5°C14.6°C9.8°C26.9°C1.5°C107 mm85%0.5 m/s3
198521.0°C15.9°C10.8°C26.1°C2.9°C177 mm78%0.6 m/s2.9
1984 🌧️21.0°C15.8°C10.7°C25.7°C3.1°C245 mm83%0.6 m/s2.7
198322.4°C16.3°C10.2°C30.9°C1.3°C138 mm72%0.6 m/s—
198222.6°C15.5°C8.5°C31.0°C-0.4°C70 mm63%0.6 m/s—
198119.6°C14.2°C8.8°C29.6°C-3.4°C204 mm75%0.6 m/s—

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

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Springdale October Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Springdale in October?▼

The average high in October is around 21.9°C with lows near 9.3°C (mean 15.6°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Springdale in October?▼

October averages 110 mm of rainfall in Springdale, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 245 mm in 1984.

What was the hottest October on record in Springdale?▼

The hottest October reached 34.8°C in 2024. The coldest dipped to -6.1°C in 1993.

Has October in Springdale 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 2.2°C. Daytime highs moved from 21.3°C to 24.3°C and overnight lows from 9.8°C to 11.1°C over the same span.

Is October a good time to visit Springdale?▼

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Springdale and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 21.9°C daytime highs and 9.3°C at night.

Is October the coldest month in Springdale?▼

Not quite — October is the 7th coolest month in Springdale, averaging 15.6°C.

What should I pack for Springdale in October?▼

For October in Springdale, pack light layers you can adjust through the day, with typical highs of 21.9°C and lows of 9.3°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Springdale humid in October?▼

Relative humidity in October averages 71% — moderately humid.

How windy is Springdale in October?▼

Average wind speed in October is 0.6 m/s. The windiest October on record averaged 0.7 m/s (1995).

Which October had the most rainfall in Springdale?▼

The wettest October on record was 1984 with 245 mm. On average, October sees 110 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 Springdale 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.