Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Winter Park in October
Winter Park cools off: highs slip to 82°F (28°C), from 85°F in September, with lows of 66°F (19°C) and about 3.5 in (90 mm) of rain.
It scores 79/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 82°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 66°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 3.5 in (90 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 43%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 18 min
- Comfort score
- 79/100 · Great
What October feels like
Days are warm, averaging 82°F (28°C).
After dark, temperatures fall to about 66°F (19°C).
Humidity averages 81%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Some rain is likely, about 3.5 in (90 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around October
October is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (November – April).
- Comfort improves from 55/100 in September to 79/100.
- Our Orlando 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 clotheshighs average 82°F
- Quick-dry fabrics81% average humidity
- 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 Winter Park in October
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Kraft Azalea Garden
A free lakefront garden of cypress trees and azaleas on Lake Maitland, with a columned exedra at the water.
Why now October scores 79/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Knowles Memorial Chapel
A Spanish Revival chapel on the Rollins College campus, near the shore of Lake Virginia.
Why now Highs near 82°F and 3.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Park Avenue
Winter Park's brick main street of shops, cafes and sidewalk tables, lined along Central Park and the train station.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Winter Park Scenic Boat Tour
An hour-long pontoon tour, running since 1938, through Winter Park's chain of lakes and the canals between them.
Nearby in October
- Walt Disney World in October~19 mi · highs 82°F, 2.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Downtown Tampa & the Riverwalk in October~81 mi · highs 81°F, 2.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- St. Augustine in October~90 mi · highs 79°F, 3.8 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Downtown St. Petersburg in October~96 mi · highs 81°F, 2.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
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.
Winter Park in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Winter Park?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 79/100 against a best of 92 in November – April. Expect highs of 82°F (28°C) and 3.5 in (90 mm) of rain.
How hot is Winter Park in October?
Average highs are 82°F (28°C) and average lows 66°F (19°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Winter Park in October?
Some: about 3.5 in (90 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 51.2 in (1301 mm).
What should I pack for Winter Park in October?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 82°F), quick-dry fabrics (81% average humidity), 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).
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