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ERA5 almanac comparison — 8 years of real data

Destin vs Jackson Hole: weather in October

Destin is the clear winner for sun in October: 49% of days historically clear versus just 1% in Jackson Hole — a 48-point gap across 8 years of ERA5 data. This isn't close.

What you are reading: 8-year historical averages, not a forecast. Either destination can still surprise you this specific October. For the actual forecast right now, each destination links to its live page below.

Destin

FL

Clear days, October
49%
Sample size
n=248 days
Avg high
79°F
Early October (1st–15th)
56%
Late October (16th–end)
43%
Rain frequency
25% of days
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Jackson Hole

WY

Clear days, October
1%
Sample size
n=248 days
Avg high
54°F
Early October (1st–15th)
3%
Late October (16th–end)
0%
Rain frequency
32% of days

Frequently asked

Is Destin or Jackson Hole warmer in October?

Destin runs warmer by day in October. Destin averages highs of 79°F (highs n=248 days); Jackson Hole averages highs of 54°F (highs n=248 days) (ERA5 2018–2025). Historical averages, not a forecast.

Does it rain more in Destin or Jackson Hole in October?

Days with measurable rain: Destin 25%, Jackson Hole 32% (n=248 and n=248 days). ERA5 2018–2025; historical, not a forecast.

Which is sunnier in October, Destin or Jackson Hole?

Destin is the clear winner for sun in October: 49% of days historically clear versus just 1% in Jackson Hole — a 48-point gap across 8 years of ERA5 data. This isn't close.

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All percentages are historical averages from the ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo, 8 full years (2018–2025). “Clear” means avg high ≥ 72 °F, precipitation < 1 mm, and a non-precipitation weather code. This is history, not a forecast. The live forecast for any destination is on its own page and may differ from the long-run average. Data from Open-Meteo.