Jalisco Weather in October

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

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Puerto Vallarta Guadalajara Barra de Navidad Careyes

Are you planning a trip a to Jalisco, Mexico in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Jalisco in October

Jalisco, Mexico is a region in Mexico. October in Jalisco generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Tapalpa at 26°C (79°F) to very warm in Mayto at 31°C (88°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Mayto and 14°C (57°F) in Tapalpa. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Jalisco, Mexico, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in San Juan de los Lagos with an average of 43 mm (1.7 in) to high rainfall in Puerto Vallarta with 156 mm (6.1 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Jalisco 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 Jalisco

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Jalisco, Mexico?

Temperature range in Jalisco (October)

Precipitation variation in Jalisco (October)

Puerto Vallarta

In October Puerto Vallarta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
357 mm (14 in)
156 mm (6.1 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
8 days
a single day
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Puerto Vallarta →

Guadalajara

In October Guadalajara generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
222 hours
226 hours
Monthly rainfall
168 mm (6.6 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
8 days
a single day
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Guadalajara →

Barra de Navidad

In October Barra de Navidad generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
190 hours
235 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
287 mm (11 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
7 days
a single day
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Barra de Navidad →

Careyes

In October Careyes generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
278 mm (11 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
7 days
a single day
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Careyes →

San Juan de los Lagos

In October San Juan de los Lagos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
232 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
5 days
2 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in San Juan de los Lagos →

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Puerto Vallarta 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 156 mm (6.1 in)
Guadalajara 28°C (82°F) 16°C (61°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Barra de Navidad 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 150 mm (5.9 in)
Careyes 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
San Juan de los Lagos 28°C (82°F) 14°C (57°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Tapalpa 26°C (79°F) 14°C (57°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)

Jalisco weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Jalisco, Mexico in October?

Jalisco, Mexico typically experiences pleasant weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Puerto Vallarta average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 22°C (72°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Jalisco, Mexico in October?

Average temperatures in Jalisco, Mexico during October range from a nighttime low near 22°C (72°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Puerto Vallarta.

Does Jalisco, Mexico get a lot of rain in October?

Yes, October tends to be a wetter month in Jalisco, Mexico. Average rainfall in Puerto Vallarta sits around 156 mm (6.1 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Jalisco, Mexico?

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit Jalisco, Mexico with overall pleasant weather in Puerto Vallarta.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Puerto Vallarta. On the other hand, the weather in June, July, August and September tend to be poor.

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