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Rhodes Weather in October

October in Rhodes sees daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F) at night. With around 103 mm (4.1 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.

Rainfall in Rhodes in October

You can expect rain on roughly 12 days based on historical data, averaging 103 mm (4.1 in) for the month. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Rhodes in October

October in Rhodes brings pleasant temperatures, with highs of 20°C (68°F) and nights around 7°C (45°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights drop to 7°C (45°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

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Rhodes Temperature in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 41%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 103 mm (4.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  

Best Places in South Africa in October

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Legend 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).

What to Wear in Rhodes in October

For Rhodes 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. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho.

What To Do in Rhodes in October

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

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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