Salt Lake City · October
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 64°F, low 42°F. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
64° / 42°F
Humidity
52%
Rain days
8/mo
Wind
10 mph
What October feels like in Salt Lake City
Sunrise
07:40
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:46
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
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 Salt Lake City in October
The kit for October in Salt Lake City: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile.
October vs the surrounding months
vs September
-16° avg high
+2 rain days
Salt Lake City in September →
October
64°F avg high
8 rain days
Best: morning
vs November
+14° avg high
-2 rain days
Salt Lake City in November →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Salt Lake City in October?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Salt Lake City in October?+
Average high 64°F, average low 42°F.
How does October compare to surrounding months in Salt Lake City?+
Compared to September (avg high 80°F), October is cooler. Compared to November (avg high 50°F), October is warmer.
Does it rain often in Salt Lake City in October?+
Expect about 8 measurable rain days in October, on average.