Loreto Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Loreto, Peru in October.

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Iquitos Santa Teresa Yucuruche Mazán

Planning a trip to Loreto, Peru this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Loreto in October

Loreto, Peru is a region in Peru. October in Loreto generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 32°C (90°F) and nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) in Iquitos. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

For a closer look at conditions across Loreto, Peru, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Yucuruche with an average of 204 mm (8 in) to heavy rainfall in Francisco de Orellana with 221 mm (8.7 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this October. For example, Iquitos gets approximately 199 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Loreto by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Loreto — and find the best time to visit. (based on Iquitos)

January31°C (88°F) February31°C (88°F) March31°C (88°F) April31°C (88°F) May31°C (88°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August31°C (88°F) September32°C (90°F) October32°C (90°F) November32°C (90°F) December31°C (88°F)
Best Time to Visit Loreto →

Best Places to Visit in Loreto in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Loreto.

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 Loreto

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Loreto, Peru?

Temperature range in Loreto (October)

Precipitation variation in Loreto (October)

Iquitos

In October Iquitos generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
199 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
192 mm (7.6 in)
207 mm (8.1 in)
241 mm (9.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Iquitos →

Santa Teresa

In October Santa Teresa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
199 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
201 mm (7.9 in)
215 mm (8.5 in)
245 mm (9.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Santa Teresa →

Yucuruche

In October Yucuruche generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
167 mm (6.6 in)
204 mm (8 in)
236 mm (9.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Yucuruche →

Mazán

In October Mazán generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
199 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
200 mm (7.9 in)
215 mm (8.5 in)
246 mm (9.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Mazán →

Puerto Franco

In October Puerto Franco generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
171 mm (6.7 in)
206 mm (8.1 in)
238 mm (9.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Puerto Franco →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Loreto, in Peru.

In our records: Peru October extremes

Notable October records observed across cities in Peru in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest October day in Peru reached 41°C (106°F) in Sauce on October 12, 2012.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Iquitos 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 207 mm (8.1 in)
Santa Teresa 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 215 mm (8.5 in)
Yucuruche 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 204 mm (8 in)
Mazán 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 215 mm (8.5 in)
Puerto Franco 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 206 mm (8.1 in)
Yurimaguas 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 209 mm (8.2 in)

Loreto weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Loreto, Peru in October?

Loreto, Peru typically experiences poor weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Iquitos average around 32°C (90°F), and temperatures drop to about 23°C (73°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Loreto, Peru in October?

Average temperatures in Loreto, Peru during October range from a nighttime low near 23°C (73°F) to a daytime high around 32°C (90°F) in Iquitos.

Does Loreto, Peru get a lot of rain in October?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Iquitos records an average of 207 mm (8.1 in) in October, putting it among the wetter months for Loreto, Peru.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Loreto, Peru?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Iquitos, October may not be the ideal time to visit Loreto, Peru.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly unpleasant weather in Iquitos.

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