October weather forecastPunta del Este, Uruguay
October
Weather in October
In October, Punta del Este starts to shake off the remnants of winter. Temperatures begin to rise noticeably, hinting at the promising summer days lying ahead. Characterised by 11.7 days of rainfall, October’s weather carries vestiges of the past season. However, the city steps into its more familiar, vibrant space during this period. Preparations begin as the beach town readies itself for the summer influx.Temperature
The average high-temperature during October registers at a comfortable 17.6°C (63.7°F), closely corresponding to the preceding month. Punta del Este, during October nights, experiences a subtle shift to a low average of 13°C (55.4°F) from the day's heat.Humidity
In Punta del Este, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.Rainfall
In Punta del Este, in October, during 11.7 rainfall days, 58mm (2.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 136.9 rainfall days, and 714mm (28.11") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Punta del Este, the average seawater temperature in October is 15.3°C (59.5°F).Note: For most, swimming in 15.3°C (59.5°F) is not a pleasant experience. As the temperature falls from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), controlling one's breathing becomes more difficult.
Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 59min.On the first day of October in Punta del Este, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 19:09 -03.
Sunshine
In Punta del Este, the average sunshine in October is 8.4h.UV index
In Punta del Este, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Punta del Este, Uruguay
- Average high temperature in October: 17.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (25.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.2°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 13°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (20.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.7°C).
Average pressure in October
Punta del Este, Uruguay
- Average pressure in October: 1015.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1011.5mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Punta del Este, Uruguay
- Average wind speed in October: 20.8km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and September (21.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (19.1km/h).
Average humidity in October
Punta del Este, Uruguay
- Average humidity in October: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).
Average rainfall in October
Punta del Este, Uruguay
- Average rainfall in October: 58mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (74mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (44mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Punta del Este, Uruguay
- Average rainfall days in October: 11.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, August and September (10.2 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Punta del Este, Uruguay
- Average sea temperature in October: 15.3°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (22.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is July (11.8°C).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Punta del Este, Uruguay
- Average daylight in October: 13h and 0min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in October: 8h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Punta del Este, Uruguay
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Punta del Este, Uruguay
- Average UV index in October: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in October
Punta del Este, Uruguay
- Average cloud cover in October: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in October
Punta del Este, Uruguay
- 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).
