Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Baltimore in October
Baltimore cools off: highs slip to 67°F (20°C), from 80°F in September, with lows of 48°F (9°C) and about 4.3 in (109 mm) of rain.
At 84/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 67°F (20°C)
- Avg low
- 48°F (9°C)
- Rain
- 4.3 in (109 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 54%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 56 min
- Comfort score
- 84/100 · Great
What October feels like
Days are mild at around 67°F (20°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 48°F (9°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 4.3 in (109 mm).
Plan around October
October is one of Baltimore's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by November, the score drops to 70/100.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 7°C (13°F) from September.
- Comfort holds steady from September (83 → 84/100).
- Our Capital Cities Corridor route recommends Mar – Jun, so October falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for October
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 48°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.3 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Baltimore in October
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
National Aquarium
Large aquarium with a rooftop rainforest and Atlantic coral reef exhibit.
Why now October scores 84/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
American Visionary Art Museum
Museum of self-taught artists' work, with mosaic-covered exterior.
The Horse You Came In On Saloon
Fells Point saloon dating to 1775, said to be Poe's last drink stop.
Federal Hill Park
Hilltop park with the best view over the Inner Harbor skyline.
Why now Highs near 67°F and 4.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Thames Street Oyster House
Fells Point seafood house known for lobster rolls and raw bar.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in October
- Washington, DC in October~35 mi · highs 68°F, 4.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Lancaster in October~54 mi · highs 65°F, 4.4 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Kennett Square in October~61 mi · highs 65°F, 4.4 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Philadelphia in October~90 mi · highs 67°F, 4.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
These averages also cover Fells Point and Inner Harbor & Harbor East.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Baltimore in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Baltimore?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 84/100. Expect highs of 67°F (20°C) and 4.3 in (109 mm) of rain. Our Capital Cities Corridor route recommends Mar – Jun, so October is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Baltimore in October?
Average highs are 67°F (20°C) and average lows 48°F (9°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Baltimore in October?
Some: about 4.3 in (109 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 45.7 in (1162 mm).
What should I pack for Baltimore in October?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 48°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.3 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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