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Purmamarca Weather in October

October in Purmamarca brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 18°C (64°F) and nights around 4°C (39°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 159 mm (6.3 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Purmamarca in October

You can expect rain on around 5 days based on historical patterns, with 159 mm (6.3 in) average for the month. Although rain is not especially frequent, individual showers can still be quite heavy.

Temperature in Purmamarca in October

Daytime highs in Purmamarca in October reach 18°C (64°F), with nights around 4°C (39°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. At 4°C (39°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Purmamarca in October

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 217 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Purmamarca.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July and August typically offer 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.

Purmamarca Temperature in October

Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
18°C (64°F)
Chance of Rain
15%
Precipitation
159 mm (6.3 in)
Rainy days
5 days
Humidity
56% *
Sunshine
217 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
52% *
* Data from: San Salvador de Jujuy, Argentina (52 KM, 32 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 Purmamarca in October

For Purmamarca 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. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Purmamarca in October

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

  • Swimming
    7/10
  • Cycling
    5/10
  • Walking
    5/10
  • Camping
    3/10

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