Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Beaufort in October
Beaufort cools off: highs slip to 77°F (25°C), from 84°F in September, with lows of 64°F (18°C) and about 3.4 in (87 mm) of rain.
October opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 86/100 (5th of 12).
- Avg high
- 77°F (25°C)
- Avg low
- 64°F (18°C)
- Rain
- 3.4 in (87 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 45%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 11 min
- Comfort score
- 86/100 · Great
What October feels like
Days are warm, averaging 77°F (25°C).
Nights cool to an average low of 64°F (18°C).
With 75% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.4 in (87 mm).
Plan around October
October is one of Beaufort's best months on the climate data.
- Last warm month for a while: November highs fall to 67°F.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: March – May and October & November.
- Comfort improves from 74/100 in September to 86/100.
- Our Charleston & Savannah route recommends Mar – May, so October falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for October
- Light, breathable clothes77°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics75% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.4 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Beaufort in October
October is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Hunting Island State Park
Wild beach, maritime forest and a climbable 1875 lighthouse.
Why now October scores 86/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Saltus River Grill
Waterfront seafood grill with sushi and a patio over the park.
Why now Highs near 77°F and 3.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Old Sheldon Church Ruins
Brick ruins of an 18th-century church under huge live oaks.
Lowcountry Produce Market & Café
Local market and café for shrimp and grits, pimento cheese and pies.
John Mark Verdier House
1804 Federal-style house museum on Bay Street run by Historic Beaufort Foundation.
Nearby in October
- Savannah in October~35 mi · highs 78°F, 3.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Charleston in October~49 mi · highs 77°F, 4.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Amelia Island in October~130 mi · highs 78°F, 3.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Jacksonville Beach in October~154 mi · highs 78°F, 3.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
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.
Beaufort in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Beaufort?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 86/100. Expect highs of 77°F (25°C) and 3.4 in (87 mm) of rain. Our Charleston & Savannah route recommends Mar – May, so October is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Beaufort in October?
Average highs are 77°F (25°C) and average lows 64°F (18°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Beaufort in October?
Some: about 3.4 in (87 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 45.4 in (1152 mm).
What should I pack for Beaufort in October?
Bring light, breathable clothes (77°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (75% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.4 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Beaufort in October?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.