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Penguin Weather in October
October in Penguin brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 16°C (61°F) and nights around 8°C (46°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 78 mm (3.1 in), so pack an umbrella.
Rainfall in Penguin in October
Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 15 days with rain, averaging 78 mm (3.1 in) for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.
Temperature in Penguin in October
Temperatures in Penguin in October top out at 16°C (61°F) and drop to 8°C (46°F) overnight. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. Nights fall to 8°C (46°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.For Penguin itself, January, February and March generally stand 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.
Penguin Temperature in October
Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
50%
Precipitation
78 mm (3.1 in)
Rainy days
15 days
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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 Penguin 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 Penguin 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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