October verdict

San Diego, California, United States in October

Weather score68Good

Good for holiday weather

Average highs are around 24°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 7.9h per day, enough for a balanced month. Rainfall averages 8mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.

San Diego, California, United States, United States travel weather guide
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October weather

Monthly averages

Temp

24°C

Rain

8mm

Sun

7.9h

Sea

19°C

Weather score

68

Good

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Trip feel

Mild

Average highs are around 24°C, so days are mild rather than hot.

Drier

Rainfall averages 8mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.

Some sun

Sunshine averages 7.9h per day, enough for a balanced month.

Cool sea

Sea temperatures average 19°C, so the water can feel cool.

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Temperature

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October24°C average high

October sits in the warmer part of the year, so midday sightseeing can feel heavier than in cooler months.

Warmest monthsJuly to September

This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.

October8mm average rain

October sits on the drier side of San Diego's year, which helps with sightseeing and transfers.

Driest monthsApril to October

This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.

October7.9 hours average sun

October is below San Diego's yearly sunshine average, so bright-day planning is less reliable than in peak months.

Brightest monthsApril and July to August

This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.

Sea temperature

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October19°C average sea

October sits in the warmer sea-temperature season, usually making swimming easier to enjoy.

Warmest seaJuly to September

Sea temperatures are usually near 20°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.

Weather score

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October68 weather score

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

Best weather monthsJuly to September

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

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