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Averages for Las Vegas in October

The weather in October gets cooler still, making it a much more enjoyable month to be in Las Vegas.

Throughout the month of October daytime temperatures will generally reach highs of around 28°C, that's about 83°F. At night the average minimum temperature drops down to around 14°C, that's 57°F.

In recent times the highest recorded temperature in October has been 38°C, that's 100°F, with the lowest recorded temperature 2°C, about 36°F.

On average, Vegas in October can expect 10 hours of sunshine a day.

There are higher chances of rain in October than in the summer months, with 7.4mm over 3 days expected.

October can be a great month for doing outdoor activities, such as running, swimming and hiking, as it is not too hot to enjoy the excercise.

Be aware though, that the temperature can drop considerably in the evenings, so if you go out at night you will need to have a  warm jacket with you.

The Main Events to attend in September in Vegas are:

U.S. Open of Supercross

In mid-October, top supercross riders compete in pro-racing in and around the hotels of the Las Vegas strip. All of the superstars and current champions are invited.

Viva Las Vegas

Las Vegas hosts tours, parties and concerts for gay and lesbian visitors and residents, ending with a full day party at Wet 'n' Wild theme park.

Professional Bull Riders Championships

Towards the end of October, winning riders and the most challenging bulls meet for a four-day competition at the Thomas and Mack Center.

Art in the Park 

Artists, jewelers, portrait painters and other craftsmen gather in early October at Wilber, Bicentennial, North Escalante and South Escalante parks in Boulder City for a arts celebration to benefit the Boulder City Hospital Foundation.

Invensys Classic

This annual five-day PGA tournament is sponsored by the Southern Highlands Golf Club and TPC at Summerlin and at the Canyons, in the middle of October.

Mr. Olympia and Fitness Olympia Competitions

Fitness products and programs on health are offered at the Mandalay Bay Events Center, in conjunction with these two world bodybuilding competitions, in the middle of October.