October in Santa Cruz Huatulco brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 29°C (84°F) and nights around 25°C (77°F). It's part of the rainy season, with 399 mm (16 in) of rainfall on average, so an umbrella or poncho is a good idea.
October in Santa Cruz Huatulco can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
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48-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Santa Cruz Huatulco typically stay consistent throughout October, with daily highs averaging around 29°C (84°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 24°C (75°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Santa Cruz Huatulco spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
According to our 27 years of weather records for Santa Cruz Huatulco, the following extremes were recorded between 1998 and 2025.
Find out more about the weather in Mexico and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Mexico in October →
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).
Warm temperatures in October make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! With water temperatures around 29°C (84°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in October - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Los Cabos
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30°C (86°F) Puerto Vallarta29°C (84°F) Cancún30°C (86°F) Playa del Carmen30°C (86°F) Mexico City
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