Atlanta weather in October

October in Atlanta: nice, rainy, with clean air — one of the best months to visit.

#1 of 12 months in Atlanta · #48 of 604 destinations to visit in October · comfort 90/100 (tier S)

Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

Atlanta climate normals — October

Daytime high23°C / 73°F😎 nice
Nighttime low13°C / 56°F
Feels like (high)23°C / 73°F
Rainfall83 mm / 3.3 in🌧 rainy
Rainy days8 days
Humidity63%💧 humid
Dew point9°C / 48°F
Sunshine8.3 h/day
Daylight11.3 h
Wind15 km/h / 10 mph
Air quality (US AQI)44🍃 good

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

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Atlanta in October — FAQ

Is October a good time to visit Atlanta?
October in Atlanta: nice, rainy, with clean air — one of the best months to visit. It ranks #1 of 12 months for Atlanta on SeasonMap's comfort score (90/100).
What is the weather like in Atlanta in October?
In October, Atlanta averages a daily high of 22.9°C and a low of 13.3°C, with about 83.4 mm of rain over roughly 8.2 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Atlanta in October?
Atlanta has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 44 in October.

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