Albany in October
So, what's Albany actually like in October? In a word: crisp. It's spring, and the days are averaging 20.4 degrees.
Daytime highs average 20.4 degrees, dropping to 11.4 degrees overnight. That's a 9-degree swing between day and night. Comfortable during the day, with evenings that invite a light layer.
October's temperature is very close to the annual average for Albany.
The rain data says 35mm over 5 days. Nothing dramatic.
Solar exposure averages 18.9 MJ/m2 per day in October, with UV levels in the very high range. You'll want SPF 50+ and a decent hat.
Our Comfort Score rates October at 8.1/10. That's about as good as it gets.
Packing tip: bring a decent jumper or fleece, and SPF 50+ sunscreen and a hat.
Scroll down for the detailed climate data, or explore what nearby cities are like in October.
October at a Glance
Temperature Range
Daily temperature range in October. The bar shows the typical spread between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
What to Pack
- Layered clothing for mild to cool conditions
- A light rain jacket just in case
- Sunscreen (SPF 30+) and sunglasses for UV protection
Coming From Overseas?
How October in Albany stacks up against major cities around the world.
About 4 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
About 1 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
About 2 degrees cooler and considerably drier.
How October Compares
Albany's monthly climate at a glance. October is highlighted.
| Month | Max | Min | Rain | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 22.7 | 16.0 | 32mm | 9.9 |
| Feb | 25.1 | 16.7 | 7mm | 10.0 |
| Mar | 23.3 | 15.5 | 13mm | 10.0 |
| Apr | 21.4 | 13.7 | 14mm | 8.4 |
| May | 20.5 | 12.6 | 72mm | 6.5 |
| Jun | 16.9 | 10.2 | 60mm | 3.8 |
| Jul | 16.6 | 9.9 | 65mm | 3.4 |
| Aug | 17.3 | 10.3 | 79mm | 4.1 |
| Sep | 17.1 | 9.9 | 35mm | 4.4 |
| Oct | 20.4 | 11.4 | 35mm | 8.1 |
| Nov | 20.2 | 12.2 | 35mm | 8.1 |
| Dec | 22.2 | 14.2 | 11mm | 9.9 |