Pasco Weather in October (1981–2025)

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October at a Glance in Pasco

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
17.7°C
Avg Low
❄️
6.4°C
Avg Temp
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12.1°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
28 mm
Avg Humidity
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59%
Avg Wind
🌬️
2.3 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
3
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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0°C
temp difference
❄️Cool afternoons❄️Cold mornings☁️Cloudier skies🌦️Some rain🍃Light winds😊Comfortable humidity

Pasco October Weather Overview

October is close to Pasco's year-round average, with average highs near 17.7°C and lows around 6.4°C (mean 12.1°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 28 mm of rainfall and 59% relative humidity across the period.

Pasco October Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

October is close to Pasco's year-round average. Across 45 years of records, the warmest October in Pasco was 2022 — when the month averaged 15.8°C — while the coldest was 2019 at 9°C. Typical October days reach 17.7°C with nights near 6.4°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.2°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp10.7°C→12.6°C+1.9°C
Max Temp16.3°C→18.4°C+2.1°C
Min Temp5.1°C→6.9°C+1.8°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.1°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.3°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

9.0°C–10.8°C8 yr (18%)
10.8°C–12.5°C23 yr (51%)
12.5°C–14.3°C9 yr (20%)
14.3°C–16.0°C5 yr (11%)

Pasco October Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

October is about average for rainfall in Pasco, averaging 28 mm of rainfall. The wettest October on record was 2016 with 98 mm, while the driest was 1987 at 3 mm.

Pasco October Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Pasco during October averages 59%. The most humid October was 2016 at 69%, and the least humid was 1987 at 42%.

Pasco October Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

October receives about 3 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Pasco. The sunniest October was 2002 at 3.5 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2016 at 2.4.

Pasco October Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Pasco during October is 2.3 m/s. The windiest October was 1985 at 3 m/s, while the calmest was 1987 at 1.4 m/s.

What October Feels Like in Pasco

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Cold
Morning
🌞
Cool
Afternoon
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Cold
Evening
Rain chanceLow
Outdoor comfort★★★★☆

How October Ranks in Pasco

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

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

Explore Pasco Weather by Month

Pasco October Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp11.9°C11.6°C11.9°C12.3°C12.6°C+0.7°C
Avg High17.8°C17.4°C17.6°C17.7°C18.4°C+0.6°C
Avg Low6.0°C5.9°C6.3°C6.9°C6.9°C+0.9°C
Avg Rain22 mm33 mm21 mm36 mm28 mm+7 mm

Extreme October Records in Pasco

🔥Warmest October30.4°C1987
🧊Coldest October-6.8°C2019
🌧️Wettest October98 mm2016
🏜️Driest October3 mm1987
🌬️Windiest October3 m/s1985

Key Insights for October

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October temperatures in Pasco have risen by about 1.9°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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October has ranged from a record low of -6.8°C (2019) to a record high of 30.4°C (1987).

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Rainfall in October is about average for rainfall, averaging 28 mm, with a wettest year of 98 mm.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Pasco?

A good time to visit Pasco

October is a good time to visit Pasco, with days averaging 17.7°C and nights around 6.4°C (mean 12.1°C, close to Pasco's yearly average) and low rainfall. August and June are marginally more temperate, but October still suits most travellers.

See Pasco'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 →

Pasco Weather in October — In Depth

☀️ October climate overview

October is close to Pasco's year-round average, with average highs near 17.7°C and lows around 6.4°C (mean 12.1°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 28 mm of rainfall and 59% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in October

October averages 28 mm of rainfall in Pasco, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest October on record saw 98 mm (2016), and the driest just 3 mm (1987). Humidity sits around 59% and average wind speed is 2.3 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 1.9°C. Daytime highs moved from 16.3°C to 18.4°C and overnight lows from 5.1°C to 6.9°C over the same span.
October Weather in Pasco, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202516.6°C11.0°C5.5°C23.5°C0.8°C33 mm67%2.4 m/s3
202417.4°C11.4°C5.5°C23.9°C1.1°C18 mm64%2 m/s3.1
202318.5°C12.9°C7.3°C26.9°C-3.3°C25 mm60%1.7 m/s3
2022 🔥21.8°C15.8°C9.8°C29.3°C2.7°C33 mm56%2 m/s3.2
202117.7°C12.0°C6.2°C23.9°C0.2°C31 mm59%2.5 m/s3
202018.2°C12.7°C7.1°C27.7°C-5.2°C30 mm58%2.7 m/s3.1
2019 ❄️14.6°C9.0°C3.4°C23.7°C-6.8°C26 mm55%2.6 m/s3.1
201817.5°C11.9°C6.3°C24.1°C3.4°C28 mm58%1.9 m/s3
201717.0°C11.3°C5.6°C23.3°C0.4°C38 mm59%2.9 m/s3.1
2016 🌧️17.1°C12.4°C7.7°C24.2°C2.4°C98 mm69%2.6 m/s2.4
201521.2°C15.5°C9.9°C27.4°C5.6°C25 mm58%2.2 m/s3
201420.2°C14.8°C9.4°C28.7°C4.5°C25 mm60%2.4 m/s2.8
201316.3°C10.4°C4.6°C22.4°C-0.3°C7 mm60%1.7 m/s3.3
201217.7°C12.4°C7.0°C26.8°C0.8°C49 mm59%2.8 m/s2.9
201117.2°C12.2°C7.2°C23.8°C-0.2°C25 mm66%2.3 m/s2.7
201017.9°C12.7°C7.6°C27.9°C3.0°C38 mm61%2.2 m/s2.9
200915.2°C10.0°C4.7°C23.0°C-3.5°C39 mm60%2.7 m/s2.7
200817.4°C11.6°C5.8°C28.9°C0.1°C10 mm55%2.1 m/s3.1
200716.6°C11.1°C5.6°C27.3°C-0.9°C21 mm63%2.4 m/s3
200617.7°C11.8°C5.9°C25.0°C-4.0°C16 mm55%2.1 m/s3.2
200518.0°C12.9°C7.8°C24.6°C2.4°C32 mm65%2 m/s2.9
200418.9°C13.3°C7.7°C27.4°C1.9°C23 mm59%2.4 m/s3
200320.2°C14.6°C9.0°C29.2°C-4.5°C10 mm54%2.7 m/s3
200216.8°C10.6°C4.3°C23.2°C-5.9°C5 mm52%1.9 m/s3.5
200117.5°C11.8°C6.1°C25.7°C0.7°C29 mm59%2.8 m/s2.9
200017.2°C11.4°C5.6°C22.9°C0.3°C25 mm61%1.8 m/s3
199918.1°C12.0°C6.0°C25.0°C0.6°C23 mm52%2.3 m/s3.1
199816.7°C11.3°C5.9°C24.4°C-0.5°C11 mm61%2.2 m/s3.2
199716.6°C11.0°C5.5°C27.8°C-0.3°C42 mm65%2.7 m/s3
199616.3°C10.8°C5.3°C25.5°C-3.9°C55 mm64%2.4 m/s2.8
199516.4°C10.7°C5.1°C22.0°C-4.2°C37 mm63%2.5 m/s2.9
199417.4°C11.6°C5.8°C25.7°C0.9°C63 mm59%2.5 m/s3.3
199319.3°C13.4°C7.5°C27.4°C2.3°C9 mm57%1.8 m/s3.1
199218.6°C12.9°C7.1°C27.9°C-1.0°C21 mm57%1.9 m/s2.8
199117.5°C11.6°C5.7°C28.2°C-5.5°C21 mm51%2 m/s3.1
199016.6°C11.1°C5.6°C23.7°C0.4°C48 mm61%2.9 m/s2.9
198917.8°C11.8°C5.9°C24.4°C-1.6°C17 mm57%2 m/s3.1
198821.6°C15.4°C9.2°C30.2°C0.3°C4 mm52%1.8 m/s3.2
198720.4°C13.7°C7.0°C30.4°C2.8°C3 mm42%1.4 m/s3.4
198619.1°C12.9°C6.6°C25.0°C2.4°C16 mm57%1.6 m/s3.4
198516.5°C10.6°C4.7°C22.8°C-3.6°C23 mm58%3 m/s2.8
198415.2°C9.6°C4.1°C26.7°C-3.7°C21 mm60%2.5 m/s3
198317.3°C11.6°C5.9°C21.5°C1.8°C27 mm61%1.7 m/s—
198215.9°C10.6°C5.4°C22.4°C-2.2°C52 mm65%2.2 m/s—
198116.6°C11.0°C5.3°C26.1°C1.2°C31 mm59%2.2 m/s—

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

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Pasco October Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Pasco in October?▼

The average high in October is around 17.7°C with lows near 6.4°C (mean 12.1°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Pasco in October?▼

October averages 28 mm of rainfall in Pasco, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 98 mm in 2016.

What was the hottest October on record in Pasco?▼

The hottest October reached 30.4°C in 1987. The coldest dipped to -6.8°C in 2019.

Has October in Pasco 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 1.9°C. Daytime highs moved from 16.3°C to 18.4°C and overnight lows from 5.1°C to 6.9°C over the same span.

Is October a good time to visit Pasco?▼

October is close to Pasco's year-round average and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 17.7°C daytime highs and 6.4°C at night.

Is October the coldest month in Pasco?▼

Not quite — October is the 7th coolest month in Pasco, averaging 12.1°C.

What should I pack for Pasco in October?▼

For October in Pasco, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 17.7°C and lows of 6.4°C.

Is Pasco humid in October?▼

Relative humidity in October averages 59% — moderately humid.

How windy is Pasco in October?▼

Average wind speed in October is 2.3 m/s. The windiest October on record averaged 3 m/s (1985).

Which October had the most rainfall in Pasco?▼

The wettest October on record was 2016 with 98 mm. On average, October sees 28 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 Pasco 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.