Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Cannon Beach in October
Cannon Beach cools off: highs slip to 59°F (15°C), from 65°F in September, with lows of 48°F (9°C) and about 6.8 in (172 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 64/100, 6th of 12.
- Avg high
- 59°F (15°C)
- Avg low
- 48°F (9°C)
- Rain
- 6.8 in (172 mm)
- Humidity
- 88%
- Cloud cover
- 63%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 40 min
- Comfort score
- 64/100 · Good
What October feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 59°F (15°C), good for long walks.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 48°F (9°C).
Expect regular rain: about 6.8 in (172 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around October
October sits mid-table; the best months are June – September.
- Comfort slips from 91/100 in September to 64/100.
- Our Oregon Coast Hideaways route recommends May – Sep, so October falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for October
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 48°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes6.8 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Cannon Beach in October
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Haystack Rock
235-foot sea stack with tide pools and nesting tufted puffins April–July.
Why now October scores 64/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Hug Point State Recreation Site
Beach with sea caves, a seasonal waterfall and an old stagecoach road cut into rock.
Why now Highs near 59°F and 6.8 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Neahkahnie Mountain Trail
Switchback climb to a summit with views down the coast to Nehalem Bay.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Sea Level Bakery + Coffee
Bakery-café for croissants, scones and coffee before a beach walk.
Pelican Brewing Cannon Beach
Pelican's brewery and taproom a short walk from the beach.
Nearby in October
- Astoria in October~21 mi · highs 59°F, 6.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Portland in October~67 mi · highs 63°F, 5.4 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, drier
- Yachats in October~109 mi · highs 57°F, 4.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Olympic NP in October~133 mi · highs 44°F, 7.8 in rain · 8°C (15°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~165 m to Cannon Beach's ~12 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Cannon Beach in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Cannon Beach?
It's middling, scoring 64/100. The best months are June – September, at up to 97. Expect highs of 59°F (15°C) and 6.8 in (172 mm) of rain. Our Oregon Coast Hideaways route recommends May – Sep, so October is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Cannon Beach in October?
Average highs are 59°F (15°C) and average lows 48°F (9°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Cannon Beach in October?
Yes: about 6.8 in (172 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 70.2 in (1782 mm).
What should I pack for Cannon Beach in October?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 48°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (6.8 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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