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Copacabana Weather in October
Copacabana in October sees moderate temperatures, with highs around 15°C (59°F) and overnight lows of 7°C (45°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 77 mm (3 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.
Rainfall in Copacabana in October
You can expect rain on roughly 8 days based on historical data, averaging 77 mm (3 in) for the month. When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.
Temperature in Copacabana in October
In October, Copacabana sees moderate temperatures, with highs of 15°C (59°F). Nights drop to around 7°C (45°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. Nights drop to 7°C (45°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.For Copacabana itself, August generally stands out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
Copacabana Temperature in October
Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Chance of Rain
27%
Precipitation
77 mm (3 in)
Rainy days
8 days
Copacabana Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Copacabana in October
Browse day-by-day weather records for Copacabana spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Copacabana historical weather extremes in October
Based on 19 years of weather observations in Copacabana between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
- The hottest October day on record in Copacabana reached 19°C (66°F) (October 11, 2023).
- On October 14, 2013, Copacabana saw its coldest October day with temperatures maxing out at 9°C (48°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in October was 3°C (37°F) (October 8, 2008).
- The wettest October day on record brought 21 mm (0.8 in) of precipitation to Copacabana (October 2, 2019).
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 Copacabana in October
The weather can be unpredictable in October, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket.
What To Do in Copacabana in October
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Barbeque5/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports9/10
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