Greensboro weather in October

October in Greensboro averages 71°F by day and 49°F at night, with 3.1 inches of precipitation. It is the 6th-warmest and 11th-wettest month of the year here.

GreensboroNorth CarolinaPop. 308,667
Average high
71°F-9° vs September
Average low
49°F1 nights below freezing
Precipitation
3.1 in5 days with 0.1 in. or more
Snow
0.0 in0 days at 90°F+

Is October a good time to visit Greensboro?

Yes. October is one of the most comfortable months in Greensboro 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 June and October.

On October 15 the sun rises at 7:26 am and sets at 6:42 pm, giving 11h 17m of daylight. Daylight all year.

What to pack for Greensboro 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.
Greensboro71°F49°F3.1 in
High Point, NC14 mi71°F49°F3.1 in
Winston-Salem, NC25 mi71°F49°F3.3 in
Durham, NC51 mi73°F50°F3.4 in
Apex, NC58 mi73°F50°F3.4 in
Cary, NC59 mi73°F50°F3.4 in
Concord, NC64 mi74°F48°F3.5 in

Frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Greensboro in October?

In October, Greensboro averages a high of 71°F and a low of 49°F, with 3.1 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).

Is October a good time to visit Greensboro?

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

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

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

NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Piedmont Triad Intl. Airport, NC, 8.6 miles from the city center.