Normal weather for San Diego in October
It's hot in October in San Diego with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 23°C.
In October, there is an average of 95 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
October is a great month to be in San Diego for sunny weather. You’ll get high temperatures and not too much rain this month.
San Diego in October |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
31°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
34°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
27°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
95 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
11 days | 14 days | |
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
The hurricane season in San Diego runs from June to November.
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Start of October
The month of October starts in San Diego with hot temperatures, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights close to 21°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature drops to around 31°C, with nights close to 19°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in San Diego will be around 30°C, with nights close to 17°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
Temperature records
With 38°C, San Diego hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2020. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 13°C in 2018. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 3°C to a high of 27°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in San Diego
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in San Diego, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in San Diego
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for San Diego, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect around 11 days of rain in San Diego.
Daily UV Index in October in San Diego
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in San Diego, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in San Diego Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in San Diego, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in San Diego Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in San Diego, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in October for San Diego
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Average Weather in San Diego by Month
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