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USA · Ships call at Norfolk, Virginia
Mild and mostly dry
October is inside the Atlantic hurricane season. A storm can change a port day or the whole route, so keep your plans here flexible.
Norfolk in October offers pleasant temperatures, with highs around 71°F and comfortable lows near 60°F. Rain is uncommon, with only about 2 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Mild and mostly dry.
This is one of the most popular months to visit Norfolk, so book shore excursions early. The top snorkeling spots and tours sell out fast. Lightweight layers work well: a light cardigan for evenings on deck and breathable tops for port days cover most conditions.
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Sailings that are at sea during October, with the date each one leaves port.
Florida Und Bahamas - Ab/Bis Bayonne (New York)
TUI Cruises
Sails Oct 12, 2026
Canada
Carnival Cruises
Sails Oct 17, 2026
Florida, Maryland & Bahamas ab New York
AIDA Cruises
Sails Oct 17, 2026
Atlantic Seaboard & Colonial New England: Quebec City
HAL Cruises
Sails Oct 17, 2026
The Bahamas
Carnival Cruises
Sails Oct 25, 2026
Eastern Caribbean
Carnival Cruises
Sails Oct 31, 2026
Ships use the Half Moone Cruise and Celebration Center downtown, next to Nauticus. Norfolk International Airport is about 11 miles away, roughly 15 minutes by car.
The average high temperature in Norfolk during October is 71°F, with a low of 60°F.
Norfolk typically sees 2 days of rain in October. Mild and mostly dry.
For a October cruise to Norfolk, you should pack layers, a light jacket, and comfortable walking shoes.