Greensburg Weather in October (1981–2025)

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October at a Glance in Greensburg

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
17.3°C
Avg Low
❄️
5.5°C
Avg Temp
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11.4°C
Avg Rain
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75 mm
Avg Humidity
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76%
Avg Wind
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0.1 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
3
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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+1.5°C
temp difference
❄️Cool afternoons❄️Cold mornings☁️Cloudier skies🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds💦Humid air

Greensburg October Weather Overview

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Greensburg, with average highs near 17.3°C and lows around 5.5°C (mean 11.4°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 75 mm of rainfall and 76% relative humidity across the period.

Greensburg October Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Greensburg. Across 45 years of records, the warmest October in Greensburg was 2021 — when the month averaged 15°C — while the coldest was 1988 at 7.3°C. Typical October days reach 17.3°C with nights near 5.5°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.4°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp12.0°C→12.6°C+0.6°C
Max Temp18.0°C→18.8°C+0.8°C
Min Temp6.0°C→6.4°C+0.4°C

Trend (per decade)

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

Distribution of Avg Temp

7.0°C–9.0°C2 yr (4%)
9.0°C–11.0°C14 yr (31%)
11.0°C–13.0°C22 yr (49%)
13.0°C–15.0°C7 yr (16%)

Greensburg October Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

October is one of the drier months in Greensburg, averaging 75 mm of rainfall. The wettest October on record was 2012 with 137 mm, while the driest was 1982 at 23 mm.

Greensburg October Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Greensburg during October averages 76%. The most humid October was 2018 at 84%, and the least humid was 2001 at 64%.

Greensburg October Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

October receives about 3 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Greensburg. The sunniest October was 2024 at 3.7 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest were 2002 and 2009 at 2.4.

Greensburg October Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Greensburg during October is 0.1 m/s. The windiest October was 2024 at 0.2 m/s, while the calmest were 2002, 2014 and 2018, among others at 0 m/s.

What October Feels Like in Greensburg

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Cold
Morning
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Cool
Afternoon
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Cold
Evening
Rain chanceModerate
Outdoor comfort★★★☆☆

How October Ranks in Greensburg

🔥6th warmest month of the year
🌵3rd driest month of the year
☀️8th sunniest month of the year

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

Explore Greensburg Weather by Month

Greensburg October Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp10.8°C10.8°C11.1°C12.0°C12.5°C+1.7°C
Avg High16.6°C17.2°C16.9°C17.6°C18.6°C+2°C
Avg Low5.0°C4.5°C5.4°C6.4°C6.5°C+1.5°C
Avg Rain71 mm61 mm79 mm96 mm65 mm-5 mm

Extreme October Records in Greensburg

🔥Warmest October31.8°C2019
🧊Coldest October-5.0°C2008
🌧️Wettest October137 mm2012
🏜️Driest October23 mm1982
🌬️Windiest October0.2 m/s2024

Key Insights for October

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October temperatures in Greensburg have risen by about 0.6°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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October has ranged from a record low of -5°C (2008) to a record high of 31.8°C (2019).

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Rainfall in October is one of the drier months, averaging 75 mm, with a wettest year of 137 mm.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Greensburg?

A good time to visit Greensburg

October is a good time to visit Greensburg, with days averaging 17.3°C and nights around 5.5°C (mean 11.4°C, warmer than Greensburg's yearly average) and moderate rainfall. August and July are marginally more temperate, but October still suits most travellers.

See Greensburg'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 →

Greensburg Weather in October — In Depth

☀️ October climate overview

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Greensburg, with average highs near 17.3°C and lows around 5.5°C (mean 11.4°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 75 mm of rainfall and 76% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in October

October averages 75 mm of rainfall in Greensburg, one of the drier months compared with the rest of the year. The wettest October on record saw 137 mm (2012), and the driest just 23 mm (1982). Humidity sits around 76% and average wind speed is 0.1 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 3 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 0.6°C. Daytime highs moved from 18°C to 18.8°C and overnight lows from 6°C to 6.4°C over the same span.
October Weather in Greensburg, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202518.8°C12.2°C5.7°C29.0°C-0.1°C76 mm70%0.1 m/s3.3
202420.1°C13.0°C5.9°C27.3°C-0.1°C27 mm69%0.2 m/s3.7
202318.4°C12.8°C7.3°C29.2°C0.6°C87 mm73%0.1 m/s2.8
202216.3°C9.9°C3.6°C23.7°C-1.0°C52 mm73%0.1 m/s3.2
2021 🔥20.2°C15.0°C9.7°C27.7°C2.7°C70 mm82%0.1 m/s2.7
202017.8°C12.1°C6.5°C27.1°C-2.6°C80 mm74%0.1 m/s2.8
201919.5°C13.2°C7.0°C31.8°C0.1°C107 mm73%0.1 m/s3.1
201816.6°C11.5°C6.5°C28.1°C-3.0°C102 mm84%0 m/s2.7
201720.5°C14.4°C8.3°C28.5°C-0.2°C111 mm73%0.1 m/s3
201619.3°C13.1°C7.0°C27.2°C-1.4°C107 mm77%0.1 m/s3.1
201516.8°C11.2°C5.6°C23.3°C-3.2°C77 mm74%0.1 m/s3
201417.6°C12.2°C6.8°C26.6°C0.8°C70 mm76%0 m/s2.7
201318.0°C12.4°C6.8°C29.5°C-2.1°C63 mm77%0.1 m/s3
2012 🌧️16.3°C11.0°C5.7°C25.4°C-2.4°C137 mm81%0.1 m/s2.6
201114.9°C10.1°C5.4°C26.0°C-4.2°C125 mm84%0.1 m/s2.5
201016.4°C10.8°C5.3°C25.0°C-1.4°C59 mm76%0.1 m/s3
200914.8°C9.7°C4.7°C24.8°C-2.4°C100 mm81%0.1 m/s2.4
200815.9°C9.7°C3.6°C27.2°C-5.0°C52 mm72%0.1 m/s3.2
200721.2°C14.9°C8.7°C30.6°C-1.2°C61 mm72%0.1 m/s3.1
200614.9°C9.7°C4.5°C24.7°C-2.3°C134 mm80%0.1 m/s2.7
200518.1°C12.5°C7.0°C29.8°C-1.0°C108 mm78%0.1 m/s2.7
200416.5°C11.2°C5.9°C23.4°C-0.7°C63 mm83%0.1 m/s2.9
200315.4°C9.5°C3.6°C23.6°C-3.0°C74 mm79%0.1 m/s3.1
200215.1°C10.0°C5.0°C27.6°C-3.6°C86 mm81%0 m/s2.4
200118.4°C11.9°C5.3°C27.4°C-3.2°C54 mm64%0.1 m/s3.2
200018.2°C11.7°C5.2°C25.5°C-3.6°C63 mm76%0.1 m/s3.2
199917.8°C11.0°C4.2°C24.6°C-1.6°C45 mm71%0.1 m/s3.4
199817.6°C11.4°C5.2°C25.6°C0.0°C59 mm74%0.1 m/s3.2
199717.3°C10.7°C4.1°C27.4°C-3.8°C28 mm72%0.1 m/s3.5
199615.9°C10.0°C4.2°C22.1°C-1.7°C89 mm81%0.1 m/s2.9
199518.8°C12.4°C6.0°C26.7°C-1.2°C114 mm73%0.1 m/s3.1
199417.3°C10.5°C3.7°C23.8°C-1.3°C28 mm71%0.1 m/s3.2
199315.8°C9.7°C3.7°C25.5°C-2.4°C64 mm74%0.1 m/s3.1
199215.5°C9.3°C3.1°C23.1°C-4.6°C37 mm74%0.1 m/s2.8
199118.7°C12.0°C5.2°C27.3°C-1.6°C31 mm68%0.1 m/s3.1
199017.0°C11.4°C5.9°C25.1°C-4.1°C112 mm80%0.1 m/s2.9
198916.8°C11.0°C5.3°C24.7°C-1.9°C88 mm79%0.1 m/s3
1988 ❄️12.6°C7.3°C2.0°C27.1°C-4.9°C52 mm73%0 m/s2.9
198713.8°C7.9°C1.9°C20.7°C-3.4°C44 mm76%0.1 m/s3.1
198616.6°C11.2°C5.8°C24.8°C-0.9°C99 mm81%0.1 m/s3.1
198518.4°C12.4°C6.5°C25.0°C-4.0°C68 mm72%0 m/s3
198420.4°C14.6°C8.9°C26.1°C2.9°C72 mm79%0.1 m/s2.9
198317.2°C11.4°C5.5°C26.4°C-4.7°C94 mm76%0 m/s—
198218.4°C12.1°C5.8°C26.7°C-4.6°C23 mm71%0.1 m/s—
198115.6°C9.5°C3.4°C23.1°C-3.6°C98 mm73%0 m/s—

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

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Greensburg October Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Greensburg in October?▼

The average high in October is around 17.3°C with lows near 5.5°C (mean 11.4°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Greensburg in October?▼

October averages 75 mm of rainfall in Greensburg, one of the drier months. The wettest on record was 137 mm in 2012.

What was the hottest October on record in Greensburg?▼

The hottest October reached 31.8°C in 2019. The coldest dipped to -5°C in 2008.

Has October in Greensburg 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 0.6°C. Daytime highs moved from 18°C to 18.8°C and overnight lows from 6°C to 6.4°C over the same span.

Is October a good time to visit Greensburg?▼

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Greensburg and one of the drier months, so plan for around 17.3°C daytime highs and 5.5°C at night.

Is October the coldest month in Greensburg?▼

Not quite — October is the 7th coolest month in Greensburg, averaging 11.4°C.

What should I pack for Greensburg in October?▼

For October in Greensburg, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 17.3°C and lows of 5.5°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Greensburg humid in October?▼

Relative humidity in October averages 76% — quite humid.

How windy is Greensburg in October?▼

Average wind speed in October is 0.1 m/s. The windiest October on record averaged 0.2 m/s (2024).

Which October had the most rainfall in Greensburg?▼

The wettest October on record was 2012 with 137 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 Greensburg 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.