Tarapoto weather in October (San Martin, Peru)

What can you expect from the weather in Tarapoto during October? This guide provides all the details you need.

In October, Tarapoto generally has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 30°C. But by evening, they drop to around 20°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Tarapoto in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 206 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 14 days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Tarapoto. June and July typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Tarapoto, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 48%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 206 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  

Where to go in Peru in October

Find out more about the weather in Peru in October and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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 Tarapoto in October?

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 in October.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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