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San Francisco in October sees pleasant daytime temperatures of 22°C (72°F) and nighttime lows of 12°C (54°F). Low rainfall is typical, with around 23 mm (0.9 in) for the month.
If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, October is a great time to visit.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in San Francisco typically drop from around 23°C (73°F) at the start of October to approximately 19°C (66°F) by the end. Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 11°C (52°F) to 14°C (57°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
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Based on 49 years of weather observations in San Francisco between 1976 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
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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).
For San Francisco 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. Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers. With water temperatures around 14°C (57°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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