Columbus · October
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 66°F, low 48°F. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
66° / 48°F
Humidity
72%
Rain days
13/mo
Wind
11 mph
What October feels like in Columbus
Sunrise
07:43
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:51
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 Columbus in October
The kit for October in Columbus: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
October vs the surrounding months
vs September
-12° avg high
+2 rain days
Columbus in September →
October
66°F avg high
13 rain days
Best: morning
vs November
+15° avg high
+2 rain days
Columbus in November →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Columbus in October?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Columbus in October?+
Average high 66°F, average low 48°F.
How does October compare to surrounding months in Columbus?+
Compared to September (avg high 78°F), October is cooler. Compared to November (avg high 51°F), October is warmer.
Does it rain often in Columbus in October?+
Expect about 13 measurable rain days in October, on average.