What October feels like in Salt Lake City
For Salt Lake City, October is the heart of autumn. Days are on the cool side, the kind of weather that suits brisk sightseeing. After dark the temperature drops clearly: nights are cold. Moderate humidity keeps the air pleasant.
Rain in Salt Lake City in October
Most days stay dry; rain arrives about one day in 4. A rainy day brings about 6.6 mm (0.3 in) on average — steady rain rather than a passing shower. That is close to Salt Lake City's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 6 mm).
Daylight and sunshine in October
In mid-October, sunrise is at about 7:37 am and sunset at about 6:49 pm (local time) — 11 h 12 min of daylight. Evenings are drawing in — 1 h 20 min less daylight than mid-September. The sun is out for roughly 86% of those daylight hours, so skies are mostly clear.
How October compares to the rest of the year
October is the 6th warmest month of the year in Salt Lake City. Compared with September, afternoons are 9.2°C (16.6°F) cooler, with 12 mm more rain. The cooling trend carries on into November. By November, typical highs are 9.8°C (49.6°F).
Who October suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — comfortable for long walks and picnics.
- Hiking: less ideal — trails are cool.
Tips for visiting Salt Lake City in October
Versatile Layers
Days are noticeably warmer than nights — layers you can add or remove.
Light Jacket
Bring a sweater or light coat for cool afternoons.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Salt Lake City in October?
Expect around 17.3°C (63.1°F) in the afternoon and 5.5°C (41.9°F) at night, which most visitors would call cool.
Does it rain a lot in Salt Lake City in October?
Not especially. There are about 7 rainy days (46 mm), mostly moderate rain.
What should I wear in Salt Lake City in October?
Based on the averages: versatile layers, a light jacket and sunglasses. Add a layer for after dark.
Is October or November better for visiting Salt Lake City?
On our 12-month climate ranking, October comes out ahead (#5 of 12 vs #8). November is cooler.