October verdict

Arica, Chile in October

Weather score63Good

Good for holiday weather

Average highs are around 21°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 8h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month. Rainfall averages 1mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.

October weather

Monthly averages

Temp

21°C

Rain

1mm

Sun

8h

Sea

18°C

Weather score

63

Good

Seasonal climate calendar

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Trip feel

Mild

Average highs are around 21°C, so days are mild rather than hot.

Drier

Rainfall averages 1mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.

Bright

Sunshine averages 8h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month.

Cool sea

Sea temperatures average 18°C, so the water can feel cool.

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Weather map

Compare Arica, Chile with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.

Temperature

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October21°C average high

October is on the cooler side of Arica's year, useful if you prefer less intense daytime heat.

Warmest monthsJanuary to March and December

This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.

October1mm average rain

October is close to Arica's usual rainfall pattern, with little seasonal change across the year.

Driest monthsAll year

Rainfall stays comparatively low through the year.

October8 hours average sun

October is brighter than Arica's yearly average, though the strongest sunshine usually sits closer to the peak months.

Brightest monthsApril to May and October to December

This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.

Sea temperature

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October18°C average sea

October is below Arica's yearly sea-temperature average, so swimming can feel fresher.

Warmest seaJanuary to March

Sea temperatures are usually near 22°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.

Weather score

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October63 weather score

October sits close to Arica's yearly weather-score average, giving a typical overall read on the month.

Best weather monthsJanuary to April and November to December

These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.