October Weather in San Diego

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in San Diego, United States, during October is characterized by an average temperature of 20°C (68°F). Highs can soar to 29°C (85°F), while lows may dip to 15°C (59°F). Typically, the humidity level in San Diego throughout October hovers around 58%.

15°C (59°F)

Minimum temperature

20°C (68°F)

Average temperature

29°C (85°F)

Maximum temperature

58%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In October, San Diego averages 13 mm (0.5 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 2 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 19 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 34 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 64% probability of sunny days during this period.

13 mm (0.5 inches)

Precipitation

2 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 34 minutes

Sunshine hours

64%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In October, the UV Index in San Diego reaches a maximum of 7, indicating a level of High exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 25 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 2 4 6 7 7 6 4 2 1 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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