October weather forecast
Dominica

October in Dominica represents the gradual easing of the wet season and the final phase of the Atlantic hurricane season. Rainfall in October sees a slight decrease compared to September, with average precipitation levels falling between 160mm (6.3") and 220mm (8.66"). Despite being part of the wet season, the rainfall is usually interspersed with periods of sunshine, allowing the island's natural beauty to shine.

The major cities of Roseau, Portsmouth, and Marigot experience the same weather conditions, with slightly less rainfall making for more comfortable exploration of urban attractions and cultural sites.

In terms of temperature, October continues to uphold the warm, tropical climate that Dominica is known for. Daytime temperatures typically range from 27°C (80.6°F) to 31°C (87.8°F), inviting visitors to enjoy the island's beaches and clear waters. At night, temperatures cool down to 24°C (75.2°F), providing a pleasant contrast to the day's heat.

Compared to September, October brings a slight decrease in rainfall while maintaining similar temperature ranges. As Dominica transitions into November, rainfall continues to decrease, and the wet season gradually gives way to the onset of the drier months.

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• Roseau - October »
  September and October, with an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Roseau, Dominica. September and October, with an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Roseau.
• Portsmouth - October »
  On the first day of October in Portsmouth, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:54. On the first day of October in Portsmouth, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:54.
• Marigot - October »
  In Marigot in October, the average water temperature is 29°C (84.2°F). In Marigot, in October, the average water temperature is 29°C (84.2°F).
• Berekua - October »
  The months of August through October bring the highest temperatures in Berekua averaging a high of 28.6°C (83.5°F). In Berekua, Dominica, in October, during 21.5 rainfall days, 67mm (2.64") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Mahaut - October »
  As October arrives in Mahaut, the city gradually transitions into the drying period, with a slight reduction in rainfall to 91mm (3.58") across 23 days. On the last day of October, in Mahaut, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 17:36 AST.
• Wesley - October »
  On the first day of October in Wesley, Dominica, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:54. October witnesses a slight drop in the sea temperature to 29°C (84.2°F) in Wesley, indicating a gradual cool-down as the year progresses.
• Soufriere - October »
  In October, Soufriere registers a slight drop in temperature while rainfall reaches peak numbers at 91mm (3.58"). Soufriere's temperature during October nights registers a minor decrease to an average low of 27.8°C (82°F).
• Castle Bruce - October »
  In Castle Bruce, in October, the average water temperature is 29°C (84.2°F). In Castle Bruce, Dominica, during October, the rain falls for 23.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 93mm (3.66") of precipitation.
• La Plaine - October »
  On the first day of October in La Plaine, Dominica, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:54. In La Plaine, Dominica, in October, it is raining for 21.5 days, with typically 67mm (2.64") of accumulated precipitation.
• Pointe Michel - October »
  On the first day of October in Pointe Michel, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:54. On the first day of October in Pointe Michel, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:54.
• Woodford Hill - October »
  In Woodford Hill, in October, during 23.1 rainfall days, 93mm (3.66") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Woodford Hill's shift into October sets the average high-temperature at a still warm 28.8°C (83.8°F), a figure that deviates only slightly from September's 28.9°C (84°F).
• Colihaut - October »
  On the first day of October in Colihaut sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:54. During October, Colihaut's temperature shows a minor deviation from daytime highs, falling to a steady low-temperature average of 27.1°C (80.8°F).