Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Omaha in October
Omaha cools off: highs slip to 63°F (17°C), from 78°F in September, with lows of 41°F (5°C) and about 2.6 in (66 mm) of rain.
At 87/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 63°F (17°C)
- Avg low
- 41°F (5°C)
- Rain
- 2.6 in (66 mm)
- Humidity
- 70%
- Cloud cover
- 51%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 52 min
- Comfort score
- 87/100 · Great
What October feels like
Days are mild at around 63°F (17°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 41°F (5°C), about 12°C (22°F) below the afternoon high.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.6 in (66 mm).
Plan around October
October is one of Omaha's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by November, the score drops to 65/100.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 9°C (16°F) from September.
- Comfort slips from 90/100 in September to 87/100.
- October sits inside the Apr – Oct window our Kansas City to Omaha route recommends.
What to pack for October
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 41°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Omaha in October
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Lauritzen Gardens
100-acre botanical garden near the zoo with a Victorian-style conservatory.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best spring–fall.
Gene Leahy Mall
Rebuilt downtown park on the RiverFront, with a slide hill and lagoon.
Why now October scores 87/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge
S-curved bridge where you can stand with one foot in Nebraska and one in Iowa.
The Durham Museum
History museum inside Omaha's Art Deco Union Station, with a working soda fountain.
Block 16
Downtown counter-service spot with creative burgers and daily specials.
Nearby in October
- Des Moines in October~122 mi · highs 63°F, 2.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Lawrence in October~162 mi · highs 67°F, 3.5 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Kansas City in October~165 mi · highs 66°F, 3.6 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Decorah in October~255 mi · highs 58°F, 2.9 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Downtown Omaha & the Old Market and Midtown Omaha.
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.
Omaha in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Omaha?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 87/100. Expect highs of 63°F (17°C) and 2.6 in (66 mm) of rain. October is inside the Apr – Oct window our Kansas City to Omaha route recommends.
How cold is Omaha in October?
Average highs are 63°F (17°C) and average lows 41°F (5°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Omaha in October?
Some: about 2.6 in (66 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 32.0 in (814 mm).
What should I pack for Omaha in October?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 41°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in October
- Kansas City to Omaha Apr – Oct
Planning Omaha in October?
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