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San Francisco weather in October (Riviera Nayarit, Mexico)

What does the weather outlook for San Francisco look like in October? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

October in San Francisco generally includes very high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 30°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 26°C. Note that these temperatures are average, but some days may be hotter. Dress in cool, breathable fabrics to stay comfortable in the heat.

Precipitation

San Francisco in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 115 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 8 days will experience rain.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January, February, March, April, May, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized San Francisco climate page with graphs.

 

San Francisco, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 25%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 115 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 68% *  
Data from: Puerto Vallarta, Mexico (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Where to go in Mexico in October

Find out more about the weather in Mexico and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in San Francisco.

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