Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Jacksonville Beach in October
Jacksonville Beach cools off: highs slip to 78°F (25°C), from 82°F in September, with lows of 73°F (23°C) and about 3.5 in (89 mm) of rain.
It scores 83/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 78°F (25°C)
- Avg low
- 73°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 3.5 in (89 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 51%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 15 min
- Comfort score
- 83/100 · Great
What October feels like
Days are warm, averaging 78°F (25°C).
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 73°F (23°C).
Humidity averages 76%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.5 in (89 mm).
Plan around October
October is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (February – May and November & December).
- Comfort improves from 68/100 in September to 83/100.
- Our Jacksonville New Year's Eve route is planned for Dec 30 – Jan 1, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — October falls outside it.
What to pack for October
- Light, breathable clothes78°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics76% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.5 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Jacksonville Beach in October
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Little Talbot Island State Park
Undeveloped barrier island with miles of beach, dunes and a trail through maritime forest.
Why now October scores 83/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park
City park north of Atlantic Beach with about a mile and a half of beach, a freshwater lake and wooded trails.
Why now Highs near 78°F and 3.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Lemon Bar
Open-air beach bar at the end of Lemon Street in Neptune Beach, known for its frozen lemon drink.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Jacksonville Beach Pier
Long concrete fishing pier off the main beach, rebuilt after hurricane damage, with a small fee to walk out.
Nearby in October
- Downtown Jacksonville & Southbank in October~16 mi · highs 80°F, 3.2 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Amelia Island in October~27 mi · highs 78°F, 3.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- St. Augustine in October~28 mi · highs 79°F, 3.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Winter Park in October~117 mi · highs 82°F, 3.5 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer 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.
Jacksonville Beach in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Jacksonville Beach?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 83/100 against a best of 89 in February – May and November & December. Expect highs of 78°F (25°C) and 3.5 in (89 mm) of rain.
How hot is Jacksonville Beach in October?
Average highs are 78°F (25°C) and average lows 73°F (23°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Jacksonville Beach in October?
Some: about 3.5 in (89 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 46.6 in (1184 mm).
What should I pack for Jacksonville Beach in October?
Bring light, breathable clothes (78°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (76% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.5 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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