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San Luis Obispo Weather in October
San Luis Obispo in October sees high temperatures, with highs around 26°C (79°F) and overnight lows of 10°C (50°F). Overall excellent conditions make it one of the better months to visit.
Rainfall in San Luis Obispo in October
Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 4 days of rain, averaging 24 mm (0.9 in). Rain is scarce this month and when it does fall, it tends to be light. Unlikely to disrupt plans significantly.
Temperature in San Luis Obispo in October
October is one of the better months to visit San Luis Obispo. Expect 26°C (79°F) during the day and 10°C (50°F) at night. Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. At 10°C (50°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.
Sunshine in San Luis Obispo in October
There are approximately 250 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
San Luis Obispo Temperature in October
Min Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Max Temperature
26°C (79°F)
Chance of Rain
13%
Precipitation
24 mm (0.9 in)
Rainy days
4 days
Sunshine
250 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Paso Robles, the United States of America (38 KM, 23 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 Luis Obispo in October
Warm but pleasant conditions in San Luis Obispo in October. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Light rain is possible, so consider bringing a small umbrella or rain jacket. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
What To Do in San Luis Obispo in October
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming10/10 -
Cycling8/10 -
Walking8/10 -
Barbeque10/10 -
Camping10/10 -
Outdoor sports8/10
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