Fayetteville weather in October

October in Fayetteville averages 75°F by day and 51°F at night, with 3.3 inches of precipitation. It is the 6th-warmest and 11th-wettest month of the year here.

FayettevilleNorth CarolinaPop. 209,120
Average high
75°F-9° vs September
Average low
51°F0 nights below freezing
Precipitation
3.3 in5 days with 0.1 in. or more
Snow
0.0 in0 days at 90°F+

Is October a good time to visit Fayetteville?

Yes. October is one of the most comfortable months in Fayetteville 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 October.

On October 15 the sun rises at 7:21 am and sets at 6:40 pm, giving 11h 18m of daylight. Daylight all year.

What to pack for Fayetteville 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.
Fayetteville75°F51°F3.3 in
Apex, NC46 mi73°F50°F3.4 in
Cary, NC51 mi73°F50°F3.4 in
Raleigh, NC54 mi73°F50°F3.4 in
Durham, NC68 mi73°F50°F3.4 in
Wilmington, NC82 mi76°F56°F4.7 in
Greensboro, NC86 mi71°F49°F3.1 in

Frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Fayetteville in October?

In October, Fayetteville averages a high of 75°F and a low of 51°F, with 3.3 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).

Is October a good time to visit Fayetteville?

Yes. October is one of Fayetteville'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 Fayetteville in October?

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

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

NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Fayetteville (Pwc), NC, 2.6 miles from the city center.