Monthly climate guide
Fresno weather in October
Expect hot weather in Fresno in October: afternoons reach about 29°C (84°F), while nights drop to around 14°C (56°F). Around 10 mm of rain falls over the month (very dry), and skies are mostly sunny. Daytime highs are 7°C cooler than September and 8°C warmer than November.
What stands out in October
- It's one of the drier months, with about 57% less rain than Fresno's average.
- In Fresno, October is mid-autumn.
- Expect a big gap between day and night — about 15°C.
- Temperatures are falling — expect highs around 8°C lower by November.
Avg high
29°C
84°F
Avg low
14°C
56°F
Rainfall
10 mm
very dry
Humidity
41%
relative
Sky
26%
cloud · mostly sunny
Fresno weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C / 62°F | 6°C / 42°F | 55 mm | 72% | 60% |
| February | 18°C / 64°F | 6°C / 42°F | 44 mm | 71% | 43% |
| March | 20°C / 69°F | 8°C / 46°F | 59 mm | 69% | 48% |
| April | 25°C / 77°F | 10°C / 50°F | 25 mm | 59% | 35% |
| May | 30°C / 85°F | 13°C / 55°F | 11 mm | 46% | 29% |
| June | 37°C / 98°F | 17°C / 63°F | 4 mm | 31% | 15% |
| July | 40°C / 105°F | 21°C / 69°F | 1 mm | 26% | 15% |
| August | 40°C / 103°F | 20°C / 69°F | 0 mm | 28% | 15% |
| September | 36°C / 96°F | 18°C / 64°F | 1 mm | 33% | 19% |
| October | 29°C / 84°F | 14°C / 56°F | 10 mm | 41% | 26% |
| November | 21°C / 70°F | 8°C / 47°F | 29 mm | 58% | 41% |
| December | 16°C / 60°F | 5°C / 41°F | 42 mm | 69% | 53% |
What to pack for October
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- Sunglasses
Is October a good time to visit Fresno?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Fresno →Other United States cities in October
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Fresno in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Fresno?
October is a reasonable time for Fresno: highs around 29°C and about 10 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Fresno in October?
Average highs are about 29°C (84°F) and average lows about 14°C (56°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Fresno in October?
Fresno typically gets around 10 mm of rain in October — very dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Fresno (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.