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Occidental Weather in October

October is one of the excellent months to visit Occidental, with daytime temperatures of 24°C (75°F) and lows of 9°C (48°F) at night. Do note that quite a bit of rainfall is typical, averaging around 70 mm (2.8 in).

Rainfall in Occidental in October

You can typically expect 5 days of rain this month, averaging around 70 mm (2.8 in). Rainfall tends to arrive in short, intense showers this month. Rain days are few, but the showers can be surprisingly heavy.

Temperature in Occidental in October

Occidental has excellent weather in October, with days reaching 24°C (75°F) and nights cooling to 9°C (48°F). This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. At 9°C (48°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Occidental in October

The city usually sees around 250 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days , a great month for sightseeing.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, October is a good time to visit Occidental.

Occidental Temperature in October

Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Chance of Rain
17%
Precipitation
70 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
5 days
Sunshine
250 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
70% *
* Data from: Healdsburg, the United States of America (23 KM, 14 Miles).

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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 Occidental in October

For Occidental 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. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Occidental in October

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    9/10
  • Cycling
    9/10
  • Walking
    9/10
  • Barbeque
    8/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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