October in Albany is cool: NOAA's 1991–2020 normals for Albany Airport give an average high of 61.6°F, a low of 41.1°F, 3.85 inches of precipitation and 0.3 inches of snow. The next verified events are the Diwali Festival of Lights (October 24) and the First Friday Evening Capitol Tour (November 6). This page is a dated monthly snapshot reviewed October 16, 2026, not live weather or a live events feed.
Albany this month
A dated monthly snapshot of Albany weather normals and verified event dates.
This month at a glance
| Topic | Detail |
|---|---|
| Normal high / low | 61.6°F / 41.1°F (NOAA 1991–2020, airport station) |
| Normal precipitation | 3.85 inches in October; 2.99 inches in November |
| Coming up | Diwali Festival of Lights, October 24; First Friday Evening Capitol Tour, November 6 |
For live conditions use the National Weather Service. See the events page.
How this page is maintained
We update it monthly; last review October 16, 2026. Between reviews it may be out of date.
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NOAA monthly normals.
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Is this page updated daily?
No. It is a monthly snapshot.
Where do the numbers come from?
NOAA NCEI climate normals and the event organizers; see sources below.
What should I wear in October?
NOAA's normals suggest cool days and cold nights; bring layers.
Sources
Facts on this page were read from the sources below on October 16, 2026. Hours, fares, prices and event dates change — confirm with the source before you travel. How we research and update.
- U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020, Albany Airport (USW00014735) — NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information
- Upcoming Events — Empire State Plaza and New York State Capitol (NYS Office of General Services)