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Oaxaca Weather in October

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

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

What to Expect in Oaxaca in October

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

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in San Agustín Etla at 24°C (75°F) to very warm in Puerto Escondido at 33°C (91°F). At night it cools down to 24°C (75°F) in Puerto Escondido and 12°C (54°F) in San Agustín Etla.

For a closer look at conditions across Oaxaca, Mexico, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Oaxaca de Juárez with an average of 88 mm (3.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Arroyo Cruz with 455 mm (18 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in October. Oaxaca de Juárez typically receives 244 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Oaxaca in October

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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).

Popular Destinations in Oaxaca

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

Temperature range in Oaxaca (October)

Precipitation variation in Oaxaca (October)

Oaxaca de Juárez

In October Oaxaca de Juárez generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
161 hours
244 hours
267 hours
Monthly rainfall
193 mm (7.6 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
7 days
2 days
Weather conditions

Puerto Escondido

In October Puerto Escondido generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
221 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
531 mm (21 in)
320 mm (13 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
7 days
a single day
Weather conditions

Santa Cruz Huatulco

In October Santa Cruz Huatulco generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
153 hours
231 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
521 mm (21 in)
399 mm (16 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
4 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Zipolite

In October Zipolite generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
221 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
629 mm (25 in)
442 mm (17 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
5 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Tangolunda

In October Tangolunda generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
153 hours
231 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
523 mm (21 in)
388 mm (15 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
4 days
0 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Oaxaca de Juárez 25°C (77°F) 13°C (55°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Puerto Escondido 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 320 mm (13 in)
Santa Cruz Huatulco 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 399 mm (16 in)
Zipolite 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 442 mm (17 in)
Tangolunda 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 388 mm (15 in)
Puerto Ángel 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 446 mm (18 in)

Oaxaca weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Oaxaca, Mexico typically experiences excellent weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Oaxaca de Juárez average around 25°C (77°F), and temperatures drop to about 13°C (55°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Oaxaca de Juárez peak at roughly 25°C (77°F) in October, dropping to about 13°C (55°F) overnight.

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

Not particularly. Oaxaca de Juárez averages just 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain in October, making it a mostly dry month for Oaxaca, Mexico.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Oaxaca, Mexico?

We believe that October is one of the best times to visit Oaxaca, Mexico with overall excellent weather in Oaxaca de Juárez. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Oaxaca, Mexico is in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December with generally excellent weather in Oaxaca de Juárez. On the other hand, the weather in June and September tend to be good.

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