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Montevideo in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Montevideo in October will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Montevideo, based on historical data.
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October

Weather in Montevideo in October 2025

OK Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Fresh water
If you plan to visit Montevideo in October, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +66°F during the day and approximately 10 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 9 rainy days in the month and around 97 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+66°F
Avg. max. temperature
+39°F
Min.
+91°F
Max.
97 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
10 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Montevideo has OK weather in October.

Average temperature in Montevideo in October

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Montevideo for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +79°F during the day to a minimum of +41°F during the night, the temperature in October averages around +68°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 5% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +59°F to +57°F.

Is Montevideo warm or cold in October?

Montevideo is typically mild in October.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +61°F to +66°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +50°F to +55°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Montevideo:

Water temperature in Montevideo in October

Water in Montevideo in October is Fresh. It varies from +60°F to +69°F, with an average of +64°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +66°F.

In October, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Montevideo are reached in January, when the average sea temperature rises to +77°F. The coldest water temperatures are in July, with an average of +53°F.

Can you swim in Montevideo in October?

Water temperature (+64°F) in Montevideo in October might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Montevideo in October

Montevideo weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+61°F+66°F+72°F
Min. temperature
+34°F+39°F+46°F
Max. temperature
+90°F+91°F+93°F
Rainfall
84 mm97 mm97 mm
Wind
4 m/s4 m/s4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+57°F+64°F+69°F
Humidity
77%76%73%
Air pressure
1017 HPa1014 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
101011
Cloudy days
886
Rainy days
998
Snowy days
000

October weather is still as ok as in September. It’s getting warmer as October arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +61°F to +66°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 84 mm to 97 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 77% to 76%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 4 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 10 sunny days during the month.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in November as the weather gets better.

Wind

Wind speed in Montevideo in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Montevideo is gradually increasing during October, going from 4 m/s to 6 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Montevideo based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 26% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 66 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 27 mm, which is moderate rain. On average, there are about 8 rainy days during October, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Montevideo wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 35% chance of precipitation and 135 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 19% chance of precipitation and 64 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last October in Montevideo?

This is the weather in Montevideo in October 2023:
1 October
☀️
+60°F
2 October
☀️
+64°F
3 October
☀️
+66°F
4 October
☁️
+59°F
5 October
☀️
+71°F
6 October
☀️
+75°F
7 October
☀️
+66°F
8 October
☀️
+74°F
9 October
☀️
+77°F
10 October
☀️
+79°F
11 October
☁️
+68°F
12 October
☁️
+52°F
13 October
☀️
+63°F
14 October
☀️
+68°F
15 October
☀️
+72°F
16 October
☀️
+73°F
17 October
☁️
+61°F
18 October
☀️
+62°F
19 October
☁️
+66°F
20 October
☀️
+71°F
21 October
☀️
+77°F
22 October
🌧️
+71°F
23 October
🌫️
+63°F
24 October
☁️
+60°F
25 October
☁️
+60°F
26 October
☀️
+70°F
27 October
☀️
+75°F
28 October
☀️
+75°F
29 October
☀️
+74°F
30 October
☁️
+65°F
31 October
☀️
+57°F
In October 2023 Montevideo had 21 sunny days, 8 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +68°F, with an absolute maximum of +79°F and a minimum of +52°F. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 59%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Montevideo climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Montevideo in October has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+65°F) and the highest in 2017 (+72°F). The driest year was 1979 with only 542 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 3342 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Montevideo in October:

Is October a good time to visit Montevideo?

It’s always a good time to visit Montevideo, but the weather is changeable in October, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Montevideo in October?

October has mild temperatures in Montevideo. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Montevideo in October?

In general, you can swim in Montevideo in October, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +64°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Montevideo rainy in October?

Montevideo is often rainy in October. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Montevideo in October?

The amount of sunny days in Montevideo during October varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Monthly weather in Montevideo

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Montevideo, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.