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San José Weather in October

With daytime temperatures of 18°C (64°F) and nighttime lows of 4°C (39°F), October in San José brings pleasant temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 107 mm (4.2 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in San José in October

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 4 days of rain, with 107 mm (4.2 in) average for the month. Although rain is not especially frequent, individual showers can still be quite heavy.

Temperature in San José in October

San José in October gets highs of 18°C (64°F) during the day and drops to 4°C (39°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With overnight lows of 4°C (39°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in San José in October

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 275 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit San José.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January, February, March, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

San José Temperature in October

Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
18°C (64°F)
Chance of Rain
14%
Precipitation
107 mm (4.2 in)
Rainy days
4 days
Humidity
47% *
Sunshine
275 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
69% *
* Data from: Mendoza, Argentina (63 KM, 39 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in San José in October

For San José 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. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in San José 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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