Normal weather for Sapa in October
It's warm in October in Sapa with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 19°C.
In October, there is an average of 119 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. The wind speed is around 2 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
After some sun? Then October isn’t the best time to be in Sapa. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Sapa in October |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
26°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
28°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
25°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
119 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
15 days | 14 days | |
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
The typhoon season in Sapa runs from June to November.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Sapa with hot temperatures, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights close to 18°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature drops to around 26°C, with nights close to 17°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 Sapa will be around 26°C, with nights close to 17°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
Temperature records
With 34°C, Sapa hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2023. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2021. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 8°C to a high of 21°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Sapa
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in Sapa, 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 Sapa
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Sapa, 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 15 days of rain in Sapa.
Daily UV Index in October in Sapa
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Sapa, 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 Sapa Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Sapa, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in Sapa Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Sapa, 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 Sapa
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Average Weather in Sapa by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sapa. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
