Smyrna Weather in October (1981–2025)

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October at a Glance in Smyrna

(1981–2025)
Avg High
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22.3°C
Avg Low
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9.6°C
Avg Temp
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16.0°C
Avg Rain
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85 mm
Avg Humidity
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70%
Avg Wind
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1.6 m/s
Avg Solar
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3.7
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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+1.3°C
temp difference
🌤️Mild afternoons❄️Cold mornings🌤️Fairly sunny🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds😊Comfortable humidity

Smyrna October Weather Overview

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Smyrna, with average highs near 22.3°C and lows around 9.6°C (mean 16°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 85 mm of rainfall and 70% relative humidity across the period.

Smyrna October Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Smyrna. Across 45 years of records, the warmest October in Smyrna was 2016 — when the month averaged 19.9°C — while the coldest was 1988 at 12°C. Typical October days reach 22.3°C with nights near 9.6°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.4°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp16.8°C→16.9°C+0.1°C
Max Temp22.8°C→23.5°C+0.7°C
Min Temp10.7°C→10.3°C-0.4°C

Trend (per decade)

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

Distribution of Avg Temp

12.0°C–14.0°C4 yr (9%)
14.0°C–16.0°C17 yr (38%)
16.0°C–18.0°C19 yr (42%)
18.0°C–20.0°C5 yr (11%)

Smyrna October Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

October is one of the drier months in Smyrna, averaging 85 mm of rainfall. The wettest October on record was 2014 with 208 mm, while the driest was 2005 at 6 mm.

Smyrna October Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Smyrna during October averages 70%. The most humid October was 2002 at 83%, and the least humid was 1987 at 55%.

Smyrna October Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

October receives about 3.7 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Smyrna. The sunniest October was 2010 at 4.6 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2002 at 2.6.

Smyrna October Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Smyrna during October is 1.6 m/s. The windiest October was 2001 at 1.9 m/s, while the calmest was 2024 at 1.3 m/s.

What October Feels Like in Smyrna

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

How October Ranks in Smyrna

🔥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 Smyrna Weather by Month

Smyrna October Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp15.4°C15.5°C16.0°C16.3°C16.8°C+1.4°C
Avg High21.7°C22.1°C22.3°C22.7°C23.3°C+1.6°C
Avg Low9.1°C8.8°C9.8°C9.9°C10.4°C+1.3°C
Avg Rain86 mm80 mm82 mm95 mm77 mm-9 mm

Extreme October Records in Smyrna

🔥Warmest October37.3°C2019
🧊Coldest October-3.9°C1981
🌧️Wettest October208 mm2014
🏜️Driest October6 mm2005
🌬️Windiest October1.9 m/s2001

Key Insights for October

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October temperatures in Smyrna have stayed relatively stable across the record.

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October has ranged from a record low of -3.9°C (1981) to a record high of 37.3°C (2019).

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Rainfall in October is one of the drier months, averaging 85 mm, with a wettest year of 208 mm.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Smyrna?

A good time to visit Smyrna

October is a good time to visit Smyrna, with days averaging 22.3°C and nights around 9.6°C (mean 16°C, warmer than Smyrna's yearly average) and higher rainfall. September and June are marginally more temperate, but October still suits most travellers.

See Smyrna'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 →

Smyrna Weather in October — In Depth

☀️ October climate overview

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Smyrna, with average highs near 22.3°C and lows around 9.6°C (mean 16°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 85 mm of rainfall and 70% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in October

October averages 85 mm of rainfall in Smyrna, one of the drier months compared with the rest of the year. The wettest October on record saw 208 mm (2014), and the driest just 6 mm (2005). Humidity sits around 70% and average wind speed is 1.6 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 0.1°C — but days and nights have moved in opposite directions. Daytime highs rose from 22.8°C to 23.5°C while overnight lows fell from 10.7°C to 10.3°C, widening the gap between day and night.
October Weather in Smyrna, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202523.8°C17.3°C10.8°C30.8°C3.7°C98 mm68%1.5 m/s3.9
202424.9°C17.6°C10.3°C30.2°C2.1°C11 mm65%1.3 m/s4.4
202324.2°C17.5°C10.8°C31.8°C-1.3°C22 mm62%1.6 m/s3.7
202222.3°C14.8°C7.3°C27.8°C-0.9°C46 mm60%1.7 m/s4.3
202122.4°C17.5°C12.5°C27.8°C4.7°C147 mm82%1.5 m/s3.6
202022.1°C16.2°C10.4°C27.7°C3.0°C139 mm78%1.5 m/s3.7
201924.5°C17.7°C11.0°C37.3°C-0.6°C171 mm67%1.5 m/s3.5
201821.6°C16.1°C10.6°C30.2°C0.6°C85 mm79%1.5 m/s3.6
201722.8°C16.3°C9.8°C30.1°C-1.2°C117 mm72%1.6 m/s4
2016 🔥27.1°C19.9°C12.7°C32.7°C5.3°C13 mm61%1.6 m/s4.3
201522.1°C16.1°C10.1°C28.3°C1.7°C101 mm74%1.7 m/s3.6
2014 🌧️21.6°C15.9°C10.3°C31.7°C2.4°C208 mm78%1.7 m/s3.7
201321.9°C16.1°C10.2°C30.6°C-3.1°C52 mm74%1.4 m/s3.5
201219.4°C13.6°C7.9°C25.5°C-1.1°C91 mm76%1.8 m/s3.7
201121.4°C14.6°C7.8°C28.7°C0.4°C49 mm67%1.5 m/s4.1
201024.2°C16.5°C8.8°C30.9°C1.6°C65 mm57%1.6 m/s4.6
200918.9°C13.6°C8.3°C27.0°C-0.2°C164 mm83%1.7 m/s2.9
200822.7°C16.0°C9.2°C30.7°C-1.5°C96 mm62%1.4 m/s4.2
200725.2°C18.5°C11.9°C33.3°C1.5°C99 mm66%1.6 m/s3.8
200620.5°C14.0°C7.5°C30.7°C-2.1°C79 mm71%1.7 m/s3.7
200523.7°C16.8°C9.9°C31.8°C0.1°C6 mm67%1.5 m/s3.8
200423.3°C17.9°C12.5°C28.1°C4.8°C109 mm77%1.6 m/s3.2
200321.6°C15.4°C9.2°C25.7°C2.7°C41 mm73%1.4 m/s3.8
200220.6°C16.0°C11.3°C29.4°C4.7°C109 mm83%1.5 m/s2.6
200121.4°C14.3°C7.3°C28.0°C-1.9°C104 mm65%1.9 m/s4.4
200025.3°C18.0°C10.7°C31.7°C-0.8°C10 mm59%1.4 m/s4
199923.4°C16.0°C8.6°C28.8°C0.0°C53 mm62%1.6 m/s4.2
199825.2°C18.0°C10.8°C31.1°C1.5°C50 mm61%1.5 m/s4
199721.4°C14.8°C8.2°C29.8°C-2.2°C70 mm70%1.5 m/s4
199621.4°C15.2°C8.9°C26.2°C1.4°C60 mm74%1.6 m/s3.7
199520.3°C14.2°C8.2°C28.1°C1.2°C168 mm78%1.6 m/s3.9
199421.6°C15.5°C9.3°C27.7°C-0.2°C87 mm74%1.5 m/s3.3
199321.6°C15.1°C8.5°C30.4°C-2.6°C56 mm69%1.7 m/s3.1
199221.0°C14.5°C8.1°C26.5°C-1.2°C58 mm74%1.4 m/s3.4
199122.4°C15.9°C9.5°C28.5°C0.3°C86 mm69%1.6 m/s4
199022.4°C15.3°C8.3°C29.4°C0.1°C110 mm68%1.7 m/s3.9
198920.4°C14.1°C7.9°C26.7°C-0.5°C73 mm79%1.5 m/s3.8
1988 ❄️18.5°C12.0°C5.4°C24.6°C-0.3°C55 mm68%1.7 m/s3.4
198720.3°C12.7°C5.1°C27.0°C-2.1°C14 mm55%1.6 m/s4.1
198622.2°C16.2°C10.3°C30.5°C3.2°C95 mm73%1.4 m/s3.4
198523.2°C17.6°C12.0°C28.8°C4.8°C66 mm76%1.6 m/s2.9
198424.7°C19.4°C14.0°C29.0°C3.6°C201 mm75%1.4 m/s2.9
198323.2°C16.8°C10.3°C31.0°C2.9°C106 mm69%1.5 m/s—
198221.7°C15.3°C9.0°C29.8°C-1.1°C59 mm73%1.5 m/s—
198121.2°C14.7°C8.3°C31.1°C-3.9°C106 mm69%1.6 m/s—

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

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Smyrna October Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Smyrna in October?▼

The average high in October is around 22.3°C with lows near 9.6°C (mean 16°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Smyrna in October?▼

October averages 85 mm of rainfall in Smyrna, one of the drier months. The wettest on record was 208 mm in 2014.

What was the hottest October on record in Smyrna?▼

The hottest October reached 37.3°C in 2019. The coldest dipped to -3.9°C in 1981.

Has October in Smyrna 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 0.1°C — but days and nights have moved in opposite directions. Daytime highs rose from 22.8°C to 23.5°C while overnight lows fell from 10.7°C to 10.3°C, widening the gap between day and night.

Is October a good time to visit Smyrna?▼

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Smyrna and one of the drier months, so plan for around 22.3°C daytime highs and 9.6°C at night.

Is October the coldest month in Smyrna?▼

Not quite — October is the 7th coolest month in Smyrna, averaging 16°C.

What should I pack for Smyrna in October?▼

For October in Smyrna, pack light layers you can adjust through the day, with typical highs of 22.3°C and lows of 9.6°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Smyrna humid in October?▼

Relative humidity in October averages 70% — moderately humid.

How windy is Smyrna in October?▼

Average wind speed in October is 1.6 m/s. The windiest October on record averaged 1.9 m/s (2001).

Which October had the most rainfall in Smyrna?▼

The wettest October on record was 2014 with 208 mm. On average, October sees 85 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 Smyrna 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.