Uruguay

Uruguay Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Uruguay in October.

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Punta del Este Montevideo Punta Del Diablo Colonia del Sacramento

Planning a journey to Uruguay this October and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Uruguay in October

October in Uruguay generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is pleasant in Punta del Este at 18°C (64°F) and warm in Termas del Arapey at 26°C (79°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Termas del Arapey and 13°C (55°F) in Punta del Este.

For a closer look at conditions across Uruguay, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Punta del Este with an average of 102 mm (4 in) to heavy rainfall in Artigas with 181 mm (7.1 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in October. Punta del Este typically receives 236 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Uruguay in October

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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 Uruguay

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Uruguay?

Temperature range in Uruguay (October)

Precipitation variation in Uruguay (October)

Punta del Este

In October Punta del Este generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
236 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
102 mm (4 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Punta del Este →

Montevideo

In October Montevideo generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
228 hours
251 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Montevideo →

Punta Del Diablo

In October Punta Del Diablo generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
159 hours
211 hours
226 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Punta Del Diablo →

La Paloma

In October La Paloma generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
205 hours
235 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in La Paloma →

Colonia del Sacramento

In October Colonia del Sacramento generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
186 hours
226 hours
264 hours
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Colonia del Sacramento →

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Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Uruguay in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Punta del Este 18°C (64°F) 13°C (55°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Montevideo 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Punta Del Diablo 19°C (66°F) 14°C (57°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Colonia del Sacramento 21°C (70°F) 14°C (57°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Piriápolis 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Termas del Daymán 26°C (79°F) 14°C (57°F) 143 mm (5.6 in)

Uruguay weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Uruguay in October?

In October, Uruguay generally has tolerable weather conditions. Punta del Este sees daytime temperatures near 18°C (64°F), with nights cooling to roughly 13°C (55°F).

What is the average temperature in Uruguay in October?

Punta del Este averages a daytime maximum of 18°C (64°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 13°C (55°F).

Does Uruguay get a lot of rain in October?

Uruguay sees substantial rainfall in October. Punta del Este typically averages about 102 mm (4 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Uruguay?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Punta del Este, October might be a good time to visit Uruguay.

On average, the best time to visit Uruguay is in January, February, March, November and December with generally perfect weather in Punta del Este. In contrast, June, July and August tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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