Johnson City Weather in October (1981–2025)

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October at a Glance in Johnson City

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
20.8°C
Avg Low
❄️
7.6°C
Avg Temp
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14.2°C
Avg Rain
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67 mm
Avg Humidity
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70%
Avg Wind
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1 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
3.6
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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+1.1°C
temp difference
🌤️Mild afternoons❄️Cold mornings🌤️Fairly sunny🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds😊Comfortable humidity

Johnson City October Weather Overview

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Johnson City, with average highs near 20.8°C and lows around 7.6°C (mean 14.2°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 67 mm of rainfall and 70% relative humidity across the period.

Johnson City October Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Johnson City. Across 45 years of records, the warmest October in Johnson City was 1984 — when the month averaged 18.4°C — while the coldest was 1988 at 9.9°C. Typical October days reach 20.8°C with nights near 7.6°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.3°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp15.0°C→14.6°C-0.4°C
Max Temp21.4°C→21.1°C-0.3°C
Min Temp8.6°C→8.0°C-0.6°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.3°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.4°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

9.0°C–11.5°C2 yr (4%)
11.5°C–14.0°C17 yr (38%)
14.0°C–16.5°C21 yr (47%)
16.5°C–19.0°C5 yr (11%)

Johnson City October Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

October is one of the drier months in Johnson City, averaging 67 mm of rainfall. The wettest October on record was 2014 with 146 mm, while the driest was 2000 at 8 mm.

Johnson City October Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Johnson City during October averages 70%. The most humid October was 2009 at 81%, and the least humid was 2000 at 57%.

Johnson City October Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

October receives about 3.6 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Johnson City. The sunniest October was 2024 at 4.4 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2002 at 2.7.

Johnson City October Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Johnson City during October is 1 m/s. The windiest October was 2001 at 1.2 m/s, while the calmest were 2013, 2020 and 2024, among others at 0.9 m/s.

What October Feels Like in Johnson City

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

How October Ranks in Johnson City

🔥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 Johnson City Weather by Month

Johnson City October Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp13.6°C14.0°C14.3°C14.7°C14.7°C+1.1°C
Avg High20.1°C20.9°C20.8°C21.0°C21.1°C+1°C
Avg Low7.2°C7.0°C7.7°C8.3°C8.3°C+1.1°C
Avg Rain65 mm63 mm59 mm87 mm58 mm-7 mm

Extreme October Records in Johnson City

🔥Warmest October34.8°C2019
🧊Coldest October-4.9°C2001
🌧️Wettest October146 mm2014
🏜️Driest October8 mm2000
🌬️Windiest October1.2 m/s2001

Key Insights for October

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October temperatures in Johnson City 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 -4.9°C (2001) to a record high of 34.8°C (2019).

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Rainfall in October is one of the drier months, averaging 67 mm, with a wettest year of 146 mm.

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Daytime highs and overnight lows have shifted differently — highs rose about 0.2°C per decade while lows rose 0.4°C per decade, narrowing the gap between day and night.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Johnson City?

A good time to visit Johnson City

October is a good time to visit Johnson City, with days averaging 20.8°C and nights around 7.6°C (mean 14.2°C, warmer than Johnson City's yearly average) and moderate rainfall. June and September are marginally more temperate, but October still suits most travellers.

See Johnson City'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 →

Johnson City Weather in October — In Depth

☀️ October climate overview

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Johnson City, with average highs near 20.8°C and lows around 7.6°C (mean 14.2°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 67 mm of rainfall and 70% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in October

October averages 67 mm of rainfall in Johnson City, one of the drier months compared with the rest of the year. The wettest October on record saw 146 mm (2014), and the driest just 8 mm (2000). Humidity sits around 70% and average wind speed is 1 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 3.6 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 21.4°C to 21.1°C and overnight lows from 8.6°C to 8°C over the same span.
October Weather in Johnson City, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202521.4°C14.5°C7.6°C28.5°C2.2°C57 mm69%1.1 m/s3.9
202421.1°C14.8°C8.4°C26.2°C-0.6°C13 mm75%0.9 m/s4.4
202321.9°C15.1°C8.2°C29.5°C1.6°C30 mm65%1 m/s3.7
202219.4°C12.5°C5.6°C24.8°C-2.6°C34 mm66%1 m/s3.8
202121.6°C16.0°C10.4°C28.6°C0.3°C111 mm79%1 m/s3.4
202021.2°C15.3°C9.3°C25.5°C-0.1°C106 mm79%0.9 m/s3.8
201923.5°C16.9°C10.2°C34.8°C0.3°C124 mm67%1.1 m/s3.6
201820.4°C14.9°C9.3°C30.5°C0.1°C94 mm77%1 m/s3.6
201722.6°C15.7°C8.8°C30.9°C-4.5°C142 mm69%1 m/s4
201624.4°C17.0°C9.6°C29.6°C1.7°C23 mm64%1 m/s4
201519.8°C14.1°C8.3°C25.7°C-1.7°C95 mm75%1.1 m/s3.6
2014 🌧️19.4°C13.9°C8.4°C28.5°C0.7°C146 mm78%1.1 m/s3.3
201320.6°C14.5°C8.4°C28.9°C-4.2°C28 mm73%0.9 m/s3.5
201218.3°C12.6°C6.9°C26.2°C0.0°C74 mm76%1.1 m/s3.2
201119.4°C12.9°C6.5°C26.9°C0.6°C75 mm70%1.1 m/s3.8
201021.2°C14.1°C7.0°C28.4°C0.3°C63 mm63%1.1 m/s4.2
200918.2°C12.5°C6.9°C26.5°C-2.4°C105 mm81%1.1 m/s3.1
200820.2°C13.2°C6.2°C28.5°C-3.6°C38 mm64%1.1 m/s4
200724.6°C17.3°C10.1°C31.7°C-1.3°C57 mm64%1 m/s3.9
200618.2°C12.1°C5.9°C26.8°C-4.8°C91 mm73%1.1 m/s3.6
200522.3°C15.4°C8.4°C30.2°C-0.5°C42 mm68%1 m/s3.5
200421.3°C15.8°C10.3°C25.1°C-0.5°C69 mm81%0.9 m/s3.2
200320.0°C13.5°C7.0°C25.1°C-0.6°C41 mm71%1 m/s3.6
200220.5°C15.1°C9.8°C29.7°C1.3°C110 mm80%0.9 m/s2.7
200120.2°C12.7°C5.2°C26.4°C-4.9°C32 mm60%1.2 m/s4.3
200023.0°C15.1°C7.2°C29.5°C-2.5°C8 mm57%0.9 m/s4
199921.5°C14.2°C6.8°C27.0°C-1.0°C52 mm63%1 m/s3.8
199823.2°C15.9°C8.6°C29.4°C-1.8°C39 mm61%1 m/s3.9
199721.1°C14.1°C7.0°C28.8°C-2.9°C51 mm66%1 m/s3.7
199620.1°C13.3°C6.6°C26.8°C-1.1°C45 mm74%1.1 m/s3.6
199521.1°C14.1°C7.1°C26.9°C0.5°C85 mm73%1.1 m/s3.6
199421.0°C13.9°C6.8°C26.9°C-2.1°C59 mm69%1 m/s3.5
199320.2°C13.4°C6.7°C26.8°C-0.9°C56 mm67%1 m/s3.3
199219.5°C12.7°C5.8°C25.4°C-1.8°C79 mm70%1 m/s3.4
199121.6°C14.3°C6.9°C27.4°C-0.4°C19 mm66%1 m/s4
199020.0°C13.7°C7.4°C28.0°C-1.3°C143 mm74%1.1 m/s3.7
198918.9°C12.6°C6.4°C25.7°C-3.1°C62 mm78%1 m/s3.7
1988 ❄️16.3°C9.9°C3.4°C27.0°C-3.5°C56 mm68%1.1 m/s3.4
198718.6°C10.8°C3.1°C24.6°C-3.1°C20 mm60%1 m/s3.9
198620.6°C14.5°C8.5°C29.2°C0.8°C74 mm71%1 m/s3.6
198522.7°C16.6°C10.5°C28.5°C2.6°C78 mm72%1.1 m/s3.1
1984 🔥24.6°C18.4°C12.3°C28.4°C2.6°C61 mm72%0.9 m/s3
198320.5°C14.1°C7.7°C28.0°C1.1°C82 mm69%1 m/s—
198219.8°C13.5°C7.1°C28.5°C-1.9°C80 mm75%0.9 m/s—
198119.3°C12.4°C5.4°C27.8°C-4.3°C78 mm68%1.1 m/s—

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

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Johnson City October Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Johnson City in October?▼

The average high in October is around 20.8°C with lows near 7.6°C (mean 14.2°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Johnson City in October?▼

October averages 67 mm of rainfall in Johnson City, one of the drier months. The wettest on record was 146 mm in 2014.

What was the hottest October on record in Johnson City?▼

The hottest October reached 34.8°C in 2019. The coldest dipped to -4.9°C in 2001.

Has October in Johnson City 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 21.4°C to 21.1°C and overnight lows from 8.6°C to 8°C over the same span.

Is October a good time to visit Johnson City?▼

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Johnson City and one of the drier months, so plan for around 20.8°C daytime highs and 7.6°C at night.

Is October the coldest month in Johnson City?▼

Not quite — October is the 7th coolest month in Johnson City, averaging 14.2°C.

What should I pack for Johnson City in October?▼

For October in Johnson City, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 20.8°C and lows of 7.6°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Johnson City humid in October?▼

Relative humidity in October averages 70% — moderately humid.

How windy is Johnson City in October?▼

Average wind speed in October is 1 m/s. The windiest October on record averaged 1.2 m/s (2001).

Which October had the most rainfall in Johnson City?▼

The wettest October on record was 2014 with 146 mm. On average, October sees 67 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 Johnson City 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.