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Vilanculos Weather in October

Vilanculos in October averages 29°C (84°F) during the day and 22°C (72°F) at night. Some rainfall is typical for this time of year.

Rainfall in Vilanculos in October

The climate data from previous years indicates about 4 days of rain, averaging 26 mm (1 in) for the month. Rain days are few and the total is low, so this is a largely dry month. Any showers that do occur tend to be brief.

Temperature in Vilanculos in October

October in Vilanculos is generally excellent, with days reaching 29°C (84°F) and nights settling around 22°C (72°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. At 22°C (72°F) overnight, nights are warm enough to sit outside comfortably in light clothing.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

Vilanculos Temperature in October

Min Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Max Temperature
29°C (84°F)
Chance of Rain
12%
Precipitation
26 mm (1 in)
Rainy days
4 days

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Historical weather records for Vilanculos in October

Browse day-by-day weather records for Vilanculos spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Vilanculos historical weather extremes in October

Based on weather observations in Vilanculos between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during October.

  • On October 28, 2019, temperatures climbed to 34°C (93°F), marking the warmest October day on record.
  • On October 28, 2017, Vilanculos saw its coldest October day with temperatures maxing out at 22°C (72°F).
  • Vilanculos registered its coldest October night on October 5, 2014, with temperatures dropping to 13°C (55°F).

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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 Vilanculos in October

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in October. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers.

What To Do in Vilanculos in October

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

  • Cycling
    8/10
  • Walking
    8/10
  • Camping
    10/10
  • Outdoor sports
    8/10

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