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Visiting Big Sur, United States in October

The weather in October is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop into November. October has average maximum temperatures of 23°C (74°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 72% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.2hrs making the days long and bright. It is a great time for sunbathing in Big Sur.

October has total rainfall of 2.2cm (0.9inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 5.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 16°C (61°F). October is too cold for swimming in Big Sur for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in October is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into November.

Consider visiting Big Sur in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for October.

Can you sunbathe in Big Sur in October?

Yes, October is a great time for sunbathing in Big Sur.

October has average maximum temperatures of 23°C (74°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 72% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.2hrs making the days long and bright. October has total rainfall of 2.2cm (0.9inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 5.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

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Can you swim in Big Sur in October?

No, October is too cold for swimming in Big Sur for any length of time, with the sea water at 16°C (61°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about October sea temperatures.

Is October a good time to holiday in Big Sur?

Yes, October is a good time for a holiday in Big Sur.

October has average maximum temperatures of 23°C (74°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 72% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.2hrs making the days long and bright. October has total rainfall of 2.2cm (0.9inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 5.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days. It is a great time for sunbathing in Big Sur. Sea temperatures are a cold 16°C (61°F). October is too cold for swimming in Big Sur for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the October temperatures and sunshine.

Is Big Sur warm in October?

Yes, Big Sur is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days in October.

The average maximum temperature in Big Sur in October is 23°C (74°F). The average maximum temperature is 25°C (77°) in the previous month and 19°C (67°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Big Sur in October is 18°C (64°F). The average temperature is 20°C (68°F) in the previous month and 14°C (57°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is Big Sur in October?

The average day light hours per day in Big Sur in October are 11.3. The sunshine percentage is 72% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.2hrs making the days long and bright.

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Temperature in Big Sur in October

The weather in October is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop into November. The average maximum temperature in Big Sur in October is 23°C (74°F). The average maximum temperature is 25°C (77°F) in the previous month and 19°C (67°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Big Sur in October is 18°C (64°F). The average temperature is 20°C (68°F) in the previous month and 14°C (57°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Big Sur in October is 13°C (55°F). The minimum temperature is 15°C (60°F) in the previous month and 9°C (49°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Big Sur in October

The days in October are shorter than the previous month and days continue to get shorter into November. October has fewer hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to drop into November. During October the average day light hours are 11.3 per day in Big Sur. The sunshine percentage is 72% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.2hrs making the days long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Big Sur in October is typically 5.5 during October. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Big Sur in October

The average sea water temperature in Big Sur in October is 16.2°C (61.2°F) which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. The sea temperature in October is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into November.

Rainfall in Big Sur in October

October weather is marginally wetter than the previous month and rainfall continues to rise into November. October has a couple of more days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to rise into November. The average total rainfall in Big Sur in October is 2.2cm (0.9inches) and on average there are 5.5 rainy days in October making it a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Big Sur in October

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Big Sur in October is 15°C (58°F) which is comfortable for everyone. The dew point is 16°C (62°F) in the previous month and 12°C (12°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Big Sur in October is typically 89.9%. The maximum relative humidity is 90.7% in the previous month and 90.4% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Big Sur in October is typically 72.3%. The average relative humidity is 72.8% in the previous month and 73.3% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Big Sur in October

The average maximum wind speed in Big Sur in October is typically 23KM/H (14MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 25KM/H (15MPH) in the previous month and 22KM/H (13MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Big Sur in October is typically 8KM/H (5MPH). The average wind speed is 9KM/H (5MPH) in the previous month and 8KM/H (5MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Big Sur in October is from the West.

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