From record-breaking heat and a historic hurricane to heavy rain, flooding, and early frosts, the month delivered the full spectrum of seasonal change.
Even as the calendar turned deeper into fall, summer made a few surprise comebacks. Temperatures climbed well above average across much of the country, with several Tempest stations logging highs that rivaled late-season heat records. For many, it felt like the season just couldn’t quite let go of summer.
By late October, though, cooler air started winning the battle. The Tempest Network recorded the first widespread frosts and freezing mornings of the season, a sure sign that winter’s edge was creeping closer. In just a matter of days, mild afternoons gave way to breath-visible mornings and crisp, clear nights.
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