Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Helena-West Helena in October
Helena-West Helena cools off: highs slip to 76°F (24°C), from 88°F in September, with lows of 53°F (11°C) and about 4.5 in (115 mm) of rain.
October opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 87/100 (the top score of the year).
- Avg high
- 76°F (24°C)
- Avg low
- 53°F (11°C)
- Rain
- 4.5 in (115 mm)
- Humidity
- 69%
- Cloud cover
- 42%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 07 min
- Comfort score
- 87/100 · Great
What October feels like
Warm afternoons near 76°F (24°C) make long days outdoors easy.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 13°C (23°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Some rain is likely, about 4.5 in (115 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around October
October is one of Helena-West Helena's best months on the climate data.
- Last warm month for a while: November highs fall to 63°F.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: April and October & November.
- Comfort improves from 76/100 in September to 87/100.
- October sits inside the Oct – Apr window our Arkansas Delta Blues & Bites route recommends.
What to pack for October
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 76°F
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 53°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Helena-West Helena in October
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Arkansas Delta Heritage Trail State Park
Rail-trail running through Delta farmland and bottomland forest south of Helena.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best spring or fall.
Delta Que & Brew
Cherry Street barbecue spot for brisket, pulled pork and ribs.
Why now October scores 87/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Downtown Bar & Grill
Casual downtown spot for burgers and plate lunches.
Fort Curtis
Reconstructed Union earthwork fort from the 1863 Battle of Helena.
Delta Cultural Center
State museum of Delta music and life, also home to the long-running King Biscuit Time broadcast.
Nearby in October
- Clarksdale in October~23 mi · highs 76°F, 4.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Memphis in October~53 mi · highs 74°F, 4.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Branson in October~208 mi · highs 71°F, 4.2 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Eureka Springs in October~219 mi · highs 69°F, 4.3 in rain · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, 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.
Helena-West Helena in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Helena-West Helena?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 87/100. Expect highs of 76°F (24°C) and 4.5 in (115 mm) of rain. October is inside the Oct – Apr window our Arkansas Delta Blues & Bites route recommends.
How hot is Helena-West Helena in October?
Average highs are 76°F (24°C) and average lows 53°F (11°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Helena-West Helena in October?
Some: about 4.5 in (115 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 52.4 in (1331 mm).
What should I pack for Helena-West Helena in October?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 76°F), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 53°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Helena-West Helena
Routes in season in October
- Arkansas Delta Blues & Bites Oct – Apr
Planning Helena-West Helena 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.