Charlotte weather in October

October in Charlotte averages 73°F by day and 50°F at night, with 3.2 inches of precipitation. It is the 6th-warmest and 11th-wettest month of the year here.

CharlotteNorth CarolinaPop. 964,784
Average high
73°F-10° vs September
Average low
50°F1 nights below freezing
Precipitation
3.2 in4 days with 0.1 in. or more
Snow
0.0 in0 days at 90°F+

Is October a good time to visit Charlotte?

Yes. October is one of the most comfortable months in Charlotte by our rule (highs of 62 to 86°F, lows of 42°F or more and under 4.5 inches of precipitation). The most comfortable months overall are April to May and September to October.

Get outside in Charlotte in October

October is made for being outside. Try Carowinds. All things to do in Charlotte.

On October 15 the sun rises at 7:29 am and sets at 6:47 pm, giving 11h 18m of daylight. Daylight all year.

What to pack for Charlotte in October

  • T-shirts and a light jacket or sweater

Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.

October nearby

CityDistanceHighLowPrecip.
Charlotte73°F50°F3.2 in
Concord, NC19 mi74°F48°F3.5 in
Gastonia, NC21 mi73°F50°F3.2 in
Rock Hill, SC26 mi73°F49°F3.0 in
Winston-Salem, NC65 mi71°F49°F3.3 in
High Point, NC69 mi71°F49°F3.1 in
Greensboro, NC82 mi71°F49°F3.1 in

Frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Charlotte in October?

In October, Charlotte averages a high of 73°F and a low of 50°F, with 3.2 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).

Is October a good time to visit Charlotte?

Yes. October is one of Charlotte's most comfortable months by our rule: highs between 62°F and 86°F, lows of 42°F or more and modest rain.

Does it snow in Charlotte in October?

Rarely. The October snowfall normal is under half an inch.

Before and after: Charlotte in September and Charlotte in November. All twelve months: Charlotte weather by month.

NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Charlotte Douglas Airport, NC, 7.6 miles from the city center.