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Escuintla Weather in October

Thinking of visiting Escuintla in October? Expect high temperatures reaching 28°C (82°F) during the day, dropping to 19°C (66°F) at night. Heavy showers are common during the rainy season.

Rainfall in Escuintla in October

As part of the rainy season, Escuintla sees around 20 days of rain in October, with an average of 373 mm (15 in). With high rainfall totals spread across the month, individual showers can be very heavy. Waterproof gear is strongly recommended.

Temperature in Escuintla in October

If you're visiting Escuintla in October, expect highs of 28°C (82°F) and overnight lows around 19°C (66°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. With overnight lows of 19°C (66°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.

Sunshine in Escuintla in October

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 180 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and rainy days.

October in Escuintla can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Escuintla Temperature in October

Min Temperature
19°C (66°F)
Max Temperature
28°C (82°F)
Chance of Rain
66%
Precipitation
373 mm (15 in)
Rainy days
20 days
Humidity
82% *
Sunshine
180 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Guatemala City, Guatemala (42 KM, 26 Miles).

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Daily Historical Temperatures

39-year average (1977-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Escuintla typically stay consistent throughout October, with daily highs averaging around 28°C (82°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows around 17°C (63°F).

Average temperatures in October

Historical weather records for Escuintla in October

Browse day-by-day weather records for Escuintla spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Escuintla historical weather extremes in October

Based on weather observations in Escuintla between 2004 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during October.

  • The hottest October day on record in Escuintla reached 32°C (90°F) (October 28, 2008).
  • The coldest October day was on October 31, 2023, with a maximum of 17°C (63°F).
  • Nighttime temperatures dropped to 13°C (55°F) on October 19, 2011, marking the coldest October night on record.

Best Places in Guatemala in October

Find out more about the weather in Guatemala and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Guatemala in October →

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Escuintla in October

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in October. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Escuintla in October

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

  • Swimming
    7/10
  • Cycling
    7/10
  • Walking
    7/10
  • Camping
    6/10
  • Outdoor sports
    7/10

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