Best Time to Run in Charlotte in October

The verdict: Morning. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.

Charlotte · October

Run in the morning.

Comfortable average high of 72°F, dipping to 54°F at night. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.

Avg high / low
72° / 54°F
Humidity
73%
Rain days
10/mo
Wind
9 mph

What October feels like in Charlotte

Sunrise

07:30

Mid-month average

Sunset

18:47

Mid-month average

Time-of-day breakdown

Morning

Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.

Midday

Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.

Evening

Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.

What to wear running in Charlotte in October

The kit for October in Charlotte: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time of day to run in Charlotte in October?+
Morning. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
What's the average temperature in Charlotte in October?+
Average high 72°F, average low 54°F.
How does October compare to surrounding months in Charlotte?+
Compared to September (avg high 82°F), October is cooler. Compared to November (avg high 61°F), October is warmer.
Does it rain often in Charlotte in October?+
Expect about 10 measurable rain days in October, on average.

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