October could be a good time to visit Santiago, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +31°C, and there are typically 1 sunny days in October. However, expect about 15 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 85 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
☀️
+31°C
Avg. max. temperature
+18°C
Min.
+37°C
Max.
85 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
3 ⛅️
Cloudy
15 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Santiago has OK weather in October.
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Average temperature in Santiago in October
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Santiago for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in October is +33°C with a maximum of +35°C and a minimum of +21°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 14% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +34°C to +32°C.
Is Santiago warm or cold in October?
Santiago is typically hot in October.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +32°C to +31°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +22°C to +21°C.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Santiago:
Climate in Santiago in October
Santiago weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
September
October
November
Avg. temperature
+32°C
+31°C
+29°C
Min. temperature
+19°C
+18°C
+16°C
Max. temperature
+36°C
+37°C
+34°C
Rainfall
80 mm
85 mm
58 mm
Wind
2 m/s
1 m/s
1 m/s
Humidity
78%
81%
82%
Air pressure
1013 HPa
1012 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
0
1
2
Cloudy days
3
3
7
Rainy days
16
15
17
Snowy days
0
0
0
October weather is still as ok as in September.It’s getting colder in October. From +32°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +31°C.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 80 mm to 85 mm.Humidity rises from 78% to 81%.Winds are calmer in comparison to September, going down from 2 m/s to 1 m/s on average.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in October, from 0 to 1.
November brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Santiago in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 2 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Santiago is gradually decreasing during October, going from 2 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Santiago based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in October is about 112 mm, with a 68% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 12 mm, which is considered light rain.October is a pretty wet month with over 21 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
October is one of the rainiest months in Santiago, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Santiago wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 65% chance of precipitation and 106 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 50% chance of precipitation and 32 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last October in Santiago?
This is the weather in Santiago in October 2024:
1 October
☁️
+34°C
2 October
🌧️
+34°C
3 October
☁️
+34°C
4 October
☀️
+35°C
5 October
☀️
+32°C
6 October
☁️
+34°C
7 October
🌧️
+34°C
8 October
☁️
+34°C
9 October
☀️
+34°C
10 October
☀️
+35°C
11 October
☀️
+35°C
12 October
☀️
+35°C
13 October
☀️
+35°C
14 October
☁️
+34°C
15 October
☁️
+35°C
16 October
☀️
+35°C
17 October
☀️
+35°C
18 October
☀️
+34°C
19 October
☀️
+34°C
20 October
☀️
+34°C
21 October
☀️
+32°C
22 October
☁️
+32°C
23 October
☀️
+32°C
24 October
🌧️
+32°C
25 October
🌧️
+30°C
26 October
🌧️
+29°C
27 October
🌧️
+28°C
28 October
☁️
+32°C
29 October
☀️
+33°C
30 October
🌧️
+33°C
31 October
☁️
+32°C
In October 2024 Santiago had 15 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +33°C, with an absolute maximum of +35°C and a minimum of +28°C. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 46%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 6 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Santiago climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Santiago in October has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+29°C) and the highest in 2023 (+32°C). The driest year was 2018 with only 395 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1979 with 1082 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Santiago in October:
Is October a good time to visit Santiago?
It’s always a good time to visit Santiago, 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 Santiago in October?
Absolutely, October is hot in Santiago. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Santiago rainy in October?
Santiago 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 Santiago in October?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Santiago in October, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
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For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Santiago, 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.
