October weather forecast
La Serena, Chile

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Weather in October

October further intensifies the warmth in the air in La Serena, with the highest temperature climbing to 19.7°C (67.5°F). Paralleling this warming trend, daylight hours extend, contributing to extended outdoor activity opportunities. Moreover, rainfall becomes almost a rare event, marking a dry season that further enhances the appeal to venture outside. Therefore, October confirms the arrival of comfortable weather, well-balanced between the extremes of hot summer and cold winter.

Temperature

Upon the beginning of October, La Serena's high-temperatures register at a still comfortable 19.7°C (67.5°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. La Serena observes an average low-temperature of 12.7°C (54.9°F) during October nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 59%.

Rainfall

March, May through August, October and November are months with rainfall in La Serena, Chile. October is the first month it rains in La Serena, Chile. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 rainfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. In La Serena, during the entire year, the rain falls for 13 days and collects up to 34mm (1.34") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In La Serena, Chile, the average seawater temperature in October is 13.9°C (57°F).
Note: With the appropriate swimsuit, one can swim in 13.9°C (57°F) even if temperatures dip below 10°C (50°F); otherwise, be ready for cold shock and breath issues. A fleeting swim around 13°C (55.4°F) is distressing.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 19:46. On the last day of October, in La Serena, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 20:06 -03.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in La Serena is 9.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in La Serena is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in La Serena?

An average high-temperature, in October, in La Serena, is 19.7°C (67.5°F) and the average low-temperature is 12.7°C (54.9°F).

What is the average humidity in October in La Serena?

In La Serena, Chile, the average relative humidity in October is 59%.

When does it start to rain in La Serena?

October is the first month it rains in La Serena. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 rainfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of precipitation.

What is the water temperature in October in La Serena?

In October, the average sea temperature in La Serena, Chile, is 13.9°C (57°F). Swimming in 13.9°C (57°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does La Serena have in October?

In October, the average day length in La Serena is 12h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in La Serena?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 19:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 20:06 -03.

How long on average sun shines in October in La Serena?

In La Serena, Chile, the average sunshine duration in October is 9.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in La Serena?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in La Serena, Chile, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in October
La Serena, Chile

Average temperature in October - La Serena, Chile
  • Average high temperature in October: 19.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (23.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (17.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 12.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.8°C).

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Average pressure in October
La Serena, Chile

Average pressure in October - La Serena, Chile
  • Average pressure in October: 1017.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1014.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
La Serena, Chile

Average wind speed in October - La Serena, Chile
  • Average wind speed in October: 10km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (10.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May and June (7.5km/h).

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Average humidity in October
La Serena, Chile

Average humidity in October - La Serena, Chile
  • Average humidity in October: 59%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (58%).

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Average rainfall in October
La Serena, Chile

Average rainfall in October - La Serena, Chile
  • Average rainfall in October: 2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (14mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, April, September and December (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
La Serena, Chile

Average rainfall days in October - La Serena, Chile
  • Average rainfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (2.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0.2 days).

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Average sea temperature in October
La Serena, Chile

Average sea temperature in October - La Serena, Chile
  • Average sea temperature in October: 13.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (18.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (13.4°C).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
La Serena, Chile

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - La Serena, Chile
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in October
La Serena, Chile

Average sunshine days in October - La Serena, Chile
  • Average sunshine days in October: 30.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (30.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (27.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
La Serena, Chile

Average UV index in October - La Serena, Chile
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and September (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in October
La Serena, Chile

Average cloud cover in October - La Serena, Chile
  • Average cloud cover in October: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 15).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 4).

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Average visibility in October
La Serena, Chile

Average visibility in October - La Serena, Chile
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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