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Big Sur weather in October (California, United States of America)

What can you expect from the weather in Big Sur during October? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In Big Sur the weather in October is generally perfect, with pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 22°C, while nights can cool down to about 12°C.

Big Sur in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 48 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 5 days of the month will see rainfall.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, October is a great time to visit. May, June, July, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Big Sur climate page with graphs.

 

Big Sur, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 12°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 16%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 48 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 5 days  

Where to go in the United States of America in October

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in October and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Big Sur in October?

For visitors traveling to Big Sur, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in October.

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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