The top 10 things to see on St. Helena Island
Situated in the middle of the South Atlantic Ocean, between South Africa and Brazil, St. Helena is considered one of the most remote islands in the world.
Jamestown Weather in October
Jamestown in October sees pleasant daytime temperatures of 21°C (70°F) and nighttime lows of 19°C (66°F). With just 11 mm (0.4 in) of rainfall expected, it's a dry month overall.
Rainfall in Jamestown in October
This month experiences about 9 days of rain according to historical data, averaging 11 mm (0.4 in). Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.
Temperature in Jamestown in October
Jamestown in October has excellent weather. Days reach 21°C (70°F) and nights cool to 19°C (66°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. 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.To explore more travel options, our weather planner can help you discover destinations worldwide.
Jamestown Temperature in October
Min Temperature
19°C (66°F)
Max Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Chance of Rain
29%
Precipitation
11 mm (0.4 in)
Rainy days
9 days
Humidity
72%
Jamestown Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
48-year average (1978-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Jamestown typically stay consistent throughout October, with daily highs averaging around 21°C (70°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows around 15°C (59°F).
Average temperatures in October
Daily Historical Precipitation
48-year average (1978-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in October
Historical weather records for Jamestown in October
Browse day-by-day weather records for Jamestown spanning 50 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Jamestown historical weather extremes in October
Based on 32 years of weather observations in Jamestown between 1993 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
- The hottest October day on record in Jamestown reached 25°C (77°F) (October 28, 2022).
- Jamestown experienced its chilliest October day on October 18, 2012, reaching only 15°C (59°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in October was 12°C (54°F) (October 10, 2002).
Best Places in Saint Helena in October
Find out more about the weather in Saint Helena and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Saint Helena 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 Jamestown in October
For Jamestown in October, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear.
What To Do in Jamestown in October
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Camping10/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
Jamestown 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in October
Where to go in October - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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The top 10 things to see on St. Helena Island
Visit Kruger Park in South Africa
Are you going to South Africa, then you cannot skip the Kruger Park. The Kruger Park is one of the most beautiful and largest safari parks in the world.
The Atlas Mountains in Morocco
This mountain range is the second highest mountains in the world and is certainly one of the most natural and wonderful mountains you could ever visit. One for the bucket list for sure.
One of South Africa's most spectacular private game reserves
Sabi Sand Game Reserve is one of South Africa's most spectacular private game reserves. The chance that you see the entire Big Five is high in winter (June - August).