Houston · October
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 81°F, dipping to 64°F at night. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
Avg high / low
81° / 64°F
Humidity
73%
Rain days
14/mo
Wind
12 mph
What October feels like in Houston
Sunrise
07:24
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:50
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 Houston in October
The kit for October in Houston: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
October vs the surrounding months
vs September
-7° avg high
-5 rain days
Houston in September →
October
81°F avg high
14 rain days
Best: morning
vs November
+10° avg high
0 rain days
Houston in November →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Houston in October?+
Morning. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
What's the average temperature in Houston in October?+
Average high 81°F, average low 64°F.
How does October compare to surrounding months in Houston?+
Compared to September (avg high 87°F), October is cooler. Compared to November (avg high 71°F), October is warmer.
Does it rain often in Houston in October?+
Expect about 14 measurable rain days in October, on average.