Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Mount Washington in October
Mount Washington cools off: highs slip to 63°F (17°C), from 77°F in September, with lows of 42°F (6°C) and about 3.3 in (84 mm) of rain.
At 81/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 63°F (17°C)
- Avg low
- 42°F (6°C)
- Rain
- 3.3 in (84 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 63%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 54 min
- Comfort score
- 81/100 · Great
What October feels like
Highs near 63°F (17°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 42°F (6°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.3 in (84 mm).
Plan around October
October is one of Mount Washington's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by November, the score drops to 61/100.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 8°C (14°F) from September.
- Comfort slips from 87/100 in September to 81/100.
- Our Pittsburgh 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
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 42°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.3 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Mount Washington in October
October is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Duquesne Incline
Cable car from 1877 that climbs Mount Washington in wooden cars, with an observation deck at the top.
Primanti Bros.
Original 1933 Strip District counter serving sandwiches with fries and coleslaw piled inside the bread.
Monongahela Incline
Oldest operating funicular in the US, from 1870, running down the hill to Station Square.
Why now October scores 81/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Station Square
Old Pittsburgh & Lake Erie Railroad station and freight buildings on the riverbank, now shops and restaurants.
Why now Highs near 63°F and 3.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in October
- Cleveland in October~115 mi · highs 61°F, 3.3 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- German Village in October~161 mi · highs 65°F, 3.0 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Shenandoah in October~164 mi · highs 61°F, 3.4 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Washington, DC in October~190 mi · highs 68°F, 4.1 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, wetter
These averages also cover Downtown & the Cultural District.
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.
Mount Washington in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Mount Washington?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 81/100. Expect highs of 63°F (17°C) and 3.3 in (84 mm) of rain.
How cold is Mount Washington in October?
Average highs are 63°F (17°C) and average lows 42°F (6°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Mount Washington in October?
Some: about 3.3 in (84 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 39.0 in (991 mm).
What should I pack for Mount Washington in October?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 42°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.3 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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