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When to go · Black Rock City

Black Rock City in October

Good month. Outside the best window (Late Aug-early Sep (the event week, ending over Labor Day)). Across United States: Best all-round month: New England foliage, desert parks, cooler cities. High roads start closing late in the month.

Key facts

Verdict
Good
Temperature
21°C / 3°C
average high / low
Rain days
4
Crowds
Medium
United States overall
Prices
Medium
United States overall

Verdict

GoodUnited States month rating

Outside the best window (Late Aug-early Sep (the event week, ending over Labor Day)). Across United States: Best all-round month: New England foliage, desert parks, cooler cities. High roads start closing late in the month.

Weather in October

Long-term averages
  • Black Rock CityHighs around 21 °C, lows around 3 °C, rain on about 4 days

Crowds and prices

Crowds · United States overall
Medium
Prices · United States overall
Medium

United States overall: Best all-round month: New England foliage, desert parks, cooler cities. High roads start closing late in the month.

What to pack

  • A warm coat, hat and gloves for mornings and evenings

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