October 17 is generally a great time to visit Jackson. While there is a slight chance of rain (17%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 12°C weather. It's a great middle-ground for visiting Jackson—enough activity to feel the pulse, but no overwhelming lines.
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Essential Travel Info for Jackson
Currency
USD
$ United States dollar
Language
English
Driving
Right side
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.44
Jackson Weather Forecast for October 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 12.2°C. 17% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Jackson in October
Based on historical data for October 17, Jackson typically experiences temperatures between -0.6°C and 12.2°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves along with other layers to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (17% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Jackson
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Layers (Onion System)
Average High
12.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-0.6°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
11.6°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
17%
Avg 1mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.6 cm
~17% chance
Pressure
1018.8 hPa
Medium volatility
Jackson Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ This date historically delivers consistent weather 79% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 47 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 71 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 118 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
6.3°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United States
Flight Traffic
Moderate
42/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~24
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Jackson
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:40
☀️ Noon
12:09
🌇 Sunset
17:38
⏱️ Daylight
10h 57m
Wind Speed
11 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
8.8 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
67%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Jackson
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Jackson on October 17 averages 12.2°C with a 17% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 72/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Jackson Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
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12.3°C • 13% rain
Score
79
October 10
13.3°C • 19% rain
Score
78
October 16
12.2°C • 13% rain
Score
78
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Jackson Worth Visiting on October 17?
Planning a trip to Jackson on October 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 12.2°C with a 17% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 24 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 18.1°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to -6.7°C in 2021.