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Salar de Uyuni Weather in October
Thinking of visiting Salar de Uyuni in October? Expect pleasant temperatures reaching 20°C (68°F) during the day, dropping to 0°C (32°F) at night, with minimal snow/rainfall.
Rainfall in Salar de Uyuni in October
Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 4 days of snow/rain, averaging 5.1 mm (0.2 in). When rain does fall, showers tend to be light and brief. Most days will be dry.
Temperature in Salar de Uyuni in October
The excellent temperature in Salar de Uyuni in October makes it a solid month to visit, with 20°C (68°F) during the day and 0°C (32°F) at night. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With lows of 0°C (32°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated.If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, October is a good time to visit Salar de Uyuni.
Salar de Uyuni Temperature in October
Min Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Max Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Chance of Rain
12%
Precipitation
5.1 mm (0.2 in)
Rainy days
4 days
Salar de Uyuni Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Salar de Uyuni in October
Browse day-by-day weather records for Salar de Uyuni spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Salar de Uyuni historical weather extremes in October
According to our 19 years of weather records for Salar de Uyuni, the following extremes were recorded between 2006 and 2025.
- The warmest day in October was on October 15, 2023, with a maximum of 24°C (75°F).
- The coldest October day was on October 1, 2017, with a maximum of 12°C (54°F).
- The coldest night in October in Salar de Uyuni was on October 12, 2022, with a minimum of -6°C (21°F).
Best Places in Bolivia 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 Salar de Uyuni in October
Pleasant temperatures in October mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. With minimal rainfall expected, you can leave the rain gear at home.
What To Do in Salar de Uyuni in October
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Camping2/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
Salar de Uyuni 3-Day Forecast
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