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San Juan in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in San Juan in October 2024

OK Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Very warm water
If you plan to visit San Juan in October, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +86°F during the day and approximately 1 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 21 rainy days in the month and around 151 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

☀️
+86°F
Avg. max. temperature
+73°F
Min.
+97°F
Max.
151 mm
Total precipitation
78%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
3 ⛅️
Cloudy
21 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: San Juan has OK weather in October.

Average temperature in San Juan in October

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

The expected average maximum temperature in October is +90°F with a maximum of +93°F and a minimum of +75°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 10% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +88°F to +90°F.

Is San Juan warm or cold in October?

San Juan is typically warm in October.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +88°F to +86°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +79°F to +77°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

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

Water temperature in San Juan in October

Water in San Juan in October is Very warm. It varies from +83°F to +86°F, with an average of +84°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +86°F.

The water temperature in October is one of the warmest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in San Juan are reached in September, when the average sea temperature rises to +85°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +79°F.

Can you swim in San Juan in October?

You can definitely swim in San Juan in October, the water is very warm (+84°F in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
🦭
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
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!

Climate in San Juan in October

San Juan weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+88°F+86°F+84°F
Min. temperature
+73°F+73°F+70°F
Max. temperature
+95°F+97°F+93°F
Rainfall
148 mm151 mm106 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+85°F+84°F+83°F
Humidity
78%78%79%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1012 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
111
Cloudy days
234
Rainy days
202123
Snowy days
000

October weather is still as ok as in September. It’s getting colder in October. From +88°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +86°F. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 148 mm to 151 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 78%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 2 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 1 sunny days during the month.

November brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in San Juan is gradually increasing during October, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in San Juan based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 77% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 438 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 68 mm, which is considered heavy rain. October is a pretty wet month with over 24 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
October is one of the rainiest months in San Juan, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
San Juan wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 68% chance of precipitation and 151 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 68% chance of precipitation and 38 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last October in San Juan?

This is the weather in San Juan in October 2023:
1 October
🌧️
+87°F
2 October
🌧️
+89°F
3 October
🌧️
+89°F
4 October
🌧️
+88°F
5 October
☁️
+94°F
6 October
☁️
+92°F
7 October
🌫️
+93°F
8 October
☀️
+92°F
9 October
☀️
+93°F
10 October
☁️
+89°F
11 October
☁️
+89°F
12 October
☁️
+88°F
13 October
☀️
+90°F
14 October
☁️
+91°F
15 October
☀️
+90°F
16 October
☀️
+94°F
17 October
☀️
+90°F
18 October
☁️
+90°F
19 October
☁️
+89°F
20 October
🌧️
+88°F
21 October
🌧️
+88°F
22 October
🌧️
+84°F
23 October
☁️
+88°F
24 October
🌧️
+88°F
25 October
🌧️
+85°F
26 October
☁️
+87°F
27 October
🌧️
+85°F
28 October
🌧️
+87°F
29 October
🌧️
+88°F
30 October
🌧️
+84°F
31 October
☁️
+90°F
In October 2023 San Juan had 6 sunny days, 11 cloudy days, and 13 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +90°F, with an absolute maximum of +93°F and a minimum of +84°F. The average humidity was 84%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 64%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 2008 (+84°F) and the highest in 2013 (+87°F). The driest year was 1994 with only 675 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 2338 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in San Juan in October:

Is October a good time to visit San Juan?

It’s always a good time to visit San Juan, 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 San Juan in October?

October is warm in San Juan. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in San Juan in October?

Yes, you can swim in San Juan in October, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +84°F, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.

Is San Juan rainy in October?

San Juan 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 San Juan in October?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in San Juan in October, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Monthly weather in San Juan

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in San Juan, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

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.