Month guide · Atlanta · United States
Atlanta in October
What October is really like in Atlanta: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
October is one of the best months to visit Atlanta. Expect average highs of 23°C (73°F), lows of 12°C (54°F), about 7 rainy days and roughly 11.3 hours of daylight. Often the best month: dry, sunny and mild, with festivals every weekend.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 23°C (73°F) / 12°C (54°F)
- Rainy days
- About 7
- Daylight
- About 11.3 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in October
October is the 7th-warmest month in Atlanta: days average 23°C (73°F) against a yearly average high of 23°C (73°F), and nights fall to about 12°C (54°F). Rain falls on roughly 7 of its 31 days. Compared with September (29°C (84°F)), October is cooler; by November highs drop to around 18°C (64°F).
- Sunrise (15 October)
- About 07:42
- Sunset (15 October)
- About 19:04
- Daylight
- About 11.3 hours
Autumn (September–November). Dry, sunny and mild, with college football, Pride and the best weather for the BeltLine and day trips.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, October rates 4 for crowds (the peak is April at 4) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in April). Book accommodation early: October is one of the pricier months.
Events in October
- Atlanta Pride — parade and festival in Midtown and Piedmont Park (usually October)
- Little Five Points Halloween Festival and Parade (usually October)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in October
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Museum · Downtown
National Center for Civil and Human Rights
This museum next to Centennial Olympic Park covers the American civil rights movement and global human rights struggles today.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- History
- Rainy day
Museum · Downtown
World of Coca-Cola
Save the tasting room for last and try the bitter Italian aperitif-style drink everyone talks about.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Rainy day
- Food
Museum · Midtown
High Museum of Art
The Southeast's leading art museum occupies a white Richard Meier building with Renzo Piano extensions at the Woodruff Arts Center on Peachtree Street.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Art
- Rainy day
- Architecture
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Architecture · Midtown
Fox Theatre
Even a cheap seat for a concert gets you the full interior; arrive early to look around.
- Time needed
- 1 hour tour or an evening show
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Architecture
- After dark
- Couples
- History
What to pack
For highs near 23°C, lows near 12°C and 7 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is October a good time to visit Atlanta?
One of the best months to visit Atlanta, with 2 notable events on the calendar. The other best months are April–May and November. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is October a good time to visit Atlanta?
It is one of the best months to visit Atlanta. Often the best month: dry, sunny and mild, with festivals every weekend.
+How warm is Atlanta in October?
Average highs are around 23°C (73°F) and lows around 12°C (54°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Atlanta in October?
Expect rain on about 7 days of the month.