São Tomé & Príncipe Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in São Tomé & Príncipe in October.

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São Tomé Ilheu das Rolas Santo António

Are you planning a trip a to São Tomé & Príncipe in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in São Tomé & Príncipe in October

October in São Tomé & Príncipe generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in São Tomé.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of São Tomé & Príncipe, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Ilheu das Rolas with an average of 158 mm (6.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Santo António with 251 mm (9.9 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take São Tomé as an example - it receives around 116 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore São Tomé & Príncipe by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in São Tomé & Príncipe — and find the best time to visit. (based on São Tomé)

January29°C (84°F) February29°C (84°F) March30°C (86°F) April29°C (84°F) May28°C (82°F) This monthJune27°C (81°F) July26°C (79°F) August26°C (79°F) September27°C (81°F) October27°C (81°F) November28°C (82°F) December28°C (82°F)
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Best Places to Visit in São Tomé & Príncipe in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across São Tomé & Príncipe.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in São Tomé & Príncipe

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in São Tomé & Príncipe?

Temperature range in São Tomé & Príncipe (October)

Precipitation variation in São Tomé & Príncipe (October)

São Tomé

In October São Tomé generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
121 hours
116 hours
137 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
174 mm (6.9 in)
224 mm (8.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
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Ilheu das Rolas

In October Ilheu das Rolas generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
121 hours
116 hours
137 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
223 mm (8.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Ilheu das Rolas →

Santo António

In October Santo António generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
173 mm (6.8 in)
251 mm (9.9 in)
232 mm (9.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
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In our records: São Tomé & Príncipe October extremes

Notable October records observed across cities in São Tomé & Príncipe in our climate database (2006 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest October day in São Tomé & Príncipe brought 162 mm (6.4 in) in São Tomé on October 26, 2008.

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in São Tomé & Príncipe in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
São Tomé 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 174 mm (6.9 in)
Ilheu das Rolas 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 158 mm (6.2 in)
Santo António 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 251 mm (9.9 in)

São Tomé & Príncipe weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in São Tomé & Príncipe in October?

Expect pleasant weather across São Tomé & Príncipe in October. The popular destination of São Tomé averages 27°C (81°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in São Tomé & Príncipe in October?

Daytime temperatures in São Tomé peak at roughly 27°C (81°F) in October, dropping to about 25°C (77°F) overnight.

Does São Tomé & Príncipe get a lot of rain in October?

Expect plenty of rainfall. São Tomé records an average of 174 mm (6.9 in) in October, putting it among the wetter months for São Tomé & Príncipe.

Is October a Good Time to Visit São Tomé & Príncipe?

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit São Tomé & Príncipe with overall pleasant weather in São Tomé. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in São Tomé. In contrast, March and November tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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