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Iquitos weather in October (Loreto, Peru)

What is the weather forecast for Iquitos in October? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for October in Iquitos includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 32°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 23°C. With these average temperatures, expect occasional spikes in warmth. Wear light fabrics and stay cool by hydrating regularly.

Precipitation

Iquitos in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 207 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 17 days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 199 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Iquitos. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Iquitos, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 55%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 207 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 79%  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 199 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Peru in October

Find out more about the weather in Peru and which places have the best travel 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 this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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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