El Paso weather in October
October in El Paso averages 79°F by day and 54°F at night, with 0.6 inches of precipitation. It is the 7th-warmest and 6th-wettest month of the year here.
- Average high
- 79°F-9° vs September
- Average low
- 54°F0 nights below freezing
- Precipitation
- 0.6 in2 days with 0.1 in. or more
- Snow
- 0.0 in3 days at 90°F+
Is October a good time to visit El Paso?
Yes. October is one of the most comfortable months in El Paso 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 March to April and October to November.
Get outside in El Paso in October
October is made for being outside. Try Chamizal National Memorial, El Paso Zoo, Franklin Mountains State Park, Centennial Museum and Chihuahuan Desert Gardens. All things to do in El Paso.
On October 15 the sun rises at 7:08 am and sets at 6:32 pm, giving 11h 24m of daylight. Daylight all year.
What to pack for El Paso in October
- Summer clothes, with a light layer for air conditioning
Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.
October nearby
| City | Distance | High | Low | Precip. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Paso | 79°F | 54°F | 0.6 in | |
| Las Cruces, NM | 51 mi | 80°F | 48°F | 0.8 in |
| Odessa, TX | 231 mi | 79°F | 54°F | 1.2 in |
| Albuquerque, NM | 233 mi | 71°F | 46°F | 0.9 in |
| Rio Rancho, NM | 247 mi | 71°F | 46°F | 0.9 in |
| Midland, TX | 249 mi | 79°F | 54°F | 1.2 in |
| Tucson, AZ | 274 mi | 86°F | 59°F | 0.7 in |
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in El Paso in October?
In October, El Paso averages a high of 79°F and a low of 54°F, with 0.6 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Is October a good time to visit El Paso?
Yes. October is one of El Paso'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 El Paso in October?
Rarely. The October snowfall normal is under half an inch.
Before and after: El Paso in September and El Paso in November. All twelve months: El Paso weather by month.
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station El Paso Intl. Airport, TX, 9.2 miles from the city center.