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In Simonʼs Town, October brings pleasant daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), with nights cooling to 15°C (59°F). Some rainfall is to be expected.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Simonʼs Town typically stay consistent throughout October, with daily highs averaging around 18°C (64°F). Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 11°C (52°F) to 13°C (55°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Simonʼs Town spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Simonʼs Town from 1976 through 2025.
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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).
Pleasant temperatures in October mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Pack a light rain jacket or compact umbrella for occasional showers. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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