Griffin Weather in October (1981–2025)

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October at a Glance in Griffin

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
24.9°C
Avg Low
❄️
11.3°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
18.1°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
75 mm
Avg Humidity
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72%
Avg Wind
🌬️
0.1 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
4
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
📈
+0.7°C
temp difference
🌤️Mild afternoons🌤️Cool mornings🌤️Fairly sunny🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds😊Comfortable humidity

Griffin October Weather Overview

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Griffin, with average highs near 24.9°C and lows around 11.3°C (mean 18.1°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 75 mm of rainfall and 72% relative humidity across the period.

Griffin October Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Griffin. Across 45 years of records, the warmest October in Griffin was 1984 — when the month averaged 22°C — while the coldest was 1988 at 14.7°C. Typical October days reach 24.9°C with nights near 11.3°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.3°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp18.9°C→18.5°C-0.4°C
Max Temp25.7°C→25.6°C-0.1°C
Min Temp12.2°C→11.5°C-0.7°C

Trend (per decade)

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

Distribution of Avg Temp

14.0°C–16.0°C2 yr (4%)
16.0°C–18.0°C18 yr (40%)
18.0°C–20.0°C21 yr (47%)
20.0°C–22.0°C4 yr (9%)

Griffin October Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

October is one of the drier months in Griffin, averaging 75 mm of rainfall. The wettest October on record was 2009 with 201 mm, while the driest was 2024 at 1 mm.

Griffin October Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Griffin during October averages 72%. The most humid October was 1994 at 87%, and the least humid was 1987 at 52%.

Griffin October Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

October receives about 4 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Griffin. The sunniest October was 2010 at 4.8 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest were 1985 and 2002 at 3.

Griffin October Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Griffin during October is 0.1 m/s. The windiest Octobers were 2001, 2022 and 2024, among others at 0.2 m/s, while the calmest were 2021, 2023 and 2025, among others at 0.1 m/s.

What October Feels Like in Griffin

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Cool
Morning
🌞
Mild
Afternoon
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Cool
Evening
Rain chanceModerate
Outdoor comfort★★★★☆

How October Ranks in Griffin

🔥6th warmest month of the year
🌵1st driest month of the year
☀️8th sunniest month of the year

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

Explore Griffin Weather by Month

Griffin October Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp17.7°C17.6°C18.2°C18.8°C18.7°C+1°C
Avg High24.5°C24.3°C24.8°C25.8°C25.5°C+1°C
Avg Low10.8°C10.9°C11.5°C11.8°C11.8°C+1°C
Avg Rain70 mm88 mm76 mm69 mm68 mm-2 mm

Extreme October Records in Griffin

🔥Warmest October38.8°C2019
🧊Coldest October-1.0°C2008
🌧️Wettest October201 mm2009
🏜️Driest October1 mm2024
🌬️Windiest October0.2 m/s1987

Key Insights for October

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October temperatures in Griffin have fallen by about 0.4°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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October has ranged from a record low of -1°C (2008) to a record high of 38.8°C (2019).

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Rainfall in October is one of the drier months, averaging 75 mm, with a wettest year of 201 mm.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Griffin?

One of the best times to visit Griffin

October is one of the best times to visit Griffin. Expect days averaging 24.9°C and nights around 11.3°C (mean 18.1°C) — close to Griffin's yearly average — with moderate rainfall (75 mm), so conditions are generally comfortable for sightseeing and outdoor plans.

See Griffin'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 →

Griffin Weather in October — In Depth

☀️ October climate overview

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Griffin, with average highs near 24.9°C and lows around 11.3°C (mean 18.1°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 75 mm of rainfall and 72% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in October

October averages 75 mm of rainfall in Griffin, one of the drier months compared with the rest of the year. The wettest October on record saw 201 mm (2009), and the driest just 1 mm (2024). Humidity sits around 72% and average wind speed is 0.1 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 4 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 fallen by about 0.4°C. Daytime highs moved from 25.7°C to 25.6°C and overnight lows from 12.2°C to 11.5°C over the same span.
October Weather in Griffin, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202526.3°C19.2°C12.1°C31.9°C4.4°C42 mm64%0.1 m/s4
202425.8°C18.8°C11.8°C30.8°C2.2°C1 mm74%0.2 m/s4.7
202325.9°C18.7°C11.4°C31.9°C6.2°C80 mm68%0.1 m/s4.2
202225.3°C17.2°C9.1°C31.0°C0.1°C45 mm61%0.2 m/s4.6
202124.5°C18.8°C13.1°C30.1°C5.7°C137 mm82%0.1 m/s3.8
202025.3°C19.2°C13.0°C31.0°C5.2°C105 mm82%0.1 m/s3.9
201927.3°C20.7°C14.1°C38.8°C3.1°C141 mm71%0.1 m/s3.5
201825.7°C19.4°C13.1°C35.0°C3.3°C130 mm76%0.1 m/s4
201724.9°C18.5°C12.1°C32.4°C-0.5°C123 mm75%0.1 m/s4.1
201629.0°C21.0°C13.0°C32.7°C5.5°C3 mm60%0.1 m/s4.7
201524.5°C18.1°C11.6°C28.8°C4.3°C53 mm77%0.1 m/s3.6
201425.8°C18.6°C11.4°C32.7°C4.3°C87 mm72%0.1 m/s4.4
201325.2°C18.5°C11.7°C30.8°C0.0°C22 mm74%0.1 m/s4
201224.9°C18.1°C11.2°C30.6°C4.2°C42 mm70%0.1 m/s4.1
201124.2°C16.8°C9.4°C31.2°C1.7°C40 mm68%0.1 m/s4.4
201026.4°C18.4°C10.5°C31.0°C4.7°C48 mm64%0.1 m/s4.8
2009 🌧️22.5°C16.8°C11.2°C29.9°C0.3°C201 mm85%0.1 m/s3.1
200823.3°C16.9°C10.5°C30.4°C-1.0°C114 mm70%0.1 m/s4.1
200726.2°C19.5°C12.8°C32.0°C3.6°C53 mm72%0.1 m/s3.9
200624.6°C17.3°C10.0°C32.8°C0.9°C73 mm66%0.1 m/s4.1
200525.8°C19.0°C12.1°C32.0°C2.1°C56 mm69%0.1 m/s4
200424.8°C19.4°C13.9°C29.3°C6.2°C56 mm84%0.1 m/s3.3
200324.8°C17.9°C10.9°C29.0°C5.7°C46 mm74%0.1 m/s3.9
200224.9°C19.8°C14.7°C33.3°C5.1°C129 mm85%0.1 m/s3
200124.7°C16.8°C8.8°C30.8°C-0.7°C13 mm58%0.2 m/s4.6
200026.0°C18.2°C10.3°C31.0°C1.0°C19 mm61%0.2 m/s4.6
199924.6°C17.8°C11.1°C29.7°C1.1°C80 mm73%0.1 m/s3.9
199826.7°C19.1°C11.5°C31.3°C3.2°C22 mm66%0.2 m/s4.5
199723.6°C17.3°C11.0°C30.0°C1.2°C122 mm78%0.1 m/s3.8
199624.2°C17.3°C10.4°C30.5°C2.0°C44 mm73%0.1 m/s4
199523.8°C17.6°C11.4°C30.3°C3.8°C178 mm81%0.1 m/s3.7
199421.3°C16.3°C11.3°C26.1°C3.7°C154 mm87%0.1 m/s3.1
199324.8°C17.7°C10.5°C31.6°C-0.3°C112 mm67%0.1 m/s3.3
199222.5°C16.0°C9.5°C26.9°C3.8°C64 mm79%0.1 m/s3.7
199125.6°C18.4°C11.2°C29.8°C3.2°C12 mm67%0.1 m/s4.3
199026.2°C18.5°C10.9°C33.3°C2.1°C94 mm70%0.1 m/s4
198922.5°C16.3°C10.0°C28.0°C-0.9°C64 mm82%0.1 m/s3.9
1988 ❄️21.4°C14.7°C8.1°C29.0°C0.3°C84 mm77%0.1 m/s3.8
198723.9°C15.1°C6.4°C29.7°C-0.1°C8 mm52%0.2 m/s4.7
198624.5°C18.2°C11.8°C33.9°C3.3°C102 mm75%0.1 m/s3.5
198526.4°C20.5°C14.5°C31.8°C5.4°C117 mm78%0.1 m/s3
1984 🔥29.0°C22.0°C14.9°C32.1°C4.5°C38 mm67%0.1 m/s3.6
198324.7°C17.9°C11.1°C31.2°C4.4°C48 mm71%0.1 m/s—
198224.5°C17.7°C10.9°C31.6°C0.9°C83 mm73%0.1 m/s—
198123.7°C16.6°C9.6°C33.2°C1.6°C90 mm68%0.1 m/s—

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

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Griffin October Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Griffin in October?▼

The average high in October is around 24.9°C with lows near 11.3°C (mean 18.1°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Griffin in October?▼

October averages 75 mm of rainfall in Griffin, one of the drier months. The wettest on record was 201 mm in 2009.

What was the hottest October on record in Griffin?▼

The hottest October reached 38.8°C in 2019. The coldest dipped to -1°C in 2008.

Has October in Griffin gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average October temperatures have fallen by about 0.4°C. Daytime highs moved from 25.7°C to 25.6°C and overnight lows from 12.2°C to 11.5°C over the same span.

Is October a good time to visit Griffin?▼

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Griffin and one of the drier months, so plan for around 24.9°C daytime highs and 11.3°C at night.

Is October the coldest month in Griffin?▼

Not quite — October is the 7th coolest month in Griffin, averaging 18.1°C.

What should I pack for Griffin in October?▼

For October in Griffin, pack light layers you can adjust through the day, with typical highs of 24.9°C and lows of 11.3°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Griffin humid in October?▼

Relative humidity in October averages 72% — moderately humid.

How windy is Griffin in October?▼

Average wind speed in October is 0.1 m/s. The windiest October on record averaged 0.2 m/s (1987).

Which October had the most rainfall in Griffin?▼

The wettest October on record was 2009 with 201 mm. On average, October sees 75 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 Griffin 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.