Typical Run Score
88
Great
Philadelphia · October
Running in Philadelphia in October
Typical October running conditions in Philadelphia — and a live Run Score so you can see how today compares with the norm.
Avg temperature
58°F
Ideal
Avg dew point
46°F
Comfortable
Best window
6–10 AM
Local time
Philadelphia · today vs the October normTemperature · dew point · wind · timing
How October compares in Philadelphia
October ranks 3rd of 12 months for running in Philadelphia, with a typical daytime Run Score of 88 (Great). For reference, the best month is November (score 89) and the hardest is July (score 56). The kindest window in October is typically 6–10 AM. Precipitation falls in roughly 10% of hours this month. Use the live tool below to see how today actually compares with the October norm.
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Running in Philadelphia in October: FAQ
Is it good to run in Philadelphia in October?
Yes — it's one of the better months to run here. The typical daytime Run Score is 88 (Great), with temperatures around 58°F (15°C) and comfortable dew points. The best window is usually 6–10 AM.
How hot is it for running in Philadelphia in October?
Typical temperatures average 58°F (15°C) (Ideal) with dew points near 46°F. Dew point — not the thermometer — usually decides how hard the run feels.
What is a good Run Score?
Scores run 0–100. 97+ is Perfect, 80–96 is Great — conditions are actively working in your favour. 65–79 (Good) is solid. 45–64 (Mixed) means at least one factor — usually heat or dew point — is taxing you. Below 45 (Poor), expect a noticeably harder effort or hold back for safety.
Why does dew point matter more than temperature?
Your body cools by evaporating sweat. When the dew point climbs above roughly 60°F, the air is too saturated for sweat to evaporate efficiently, so heat builds up even if the thermometer looks reasonable. That's why a 70°F muggy morning can feel harder than a dry 80°F afternoon.
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