October is a hot and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in San Luis Obispo County. October is too cold for swimming in San Luis Obispo County for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting San Luis Obispo County in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather.
Also consider one of our other suggestions for October.
The average maximum temperature in San Luis Obispo County in October is 25°. The average maximum temperature is 28° in the previous month and 21° in the next month.
The average temperature in San Luis Obispo County in October is 17°. The average temperature ranges is 20° in the previous month and 14° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in San Luis Obispo County in October is 10°. The minimum temperature is 12° in the previous month and 6° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in San Luis Obispo County in October are 11.3 and there are 8.5 hours of sunshine per day on average during October making it a sunny month with few clouds.
The ultraviolet index in San Luis Obispo County in October is typically 5.9 during October. An ultraviolet index reading of 6 to 7 indicates a high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 20 minutes. Protection against skin and eye damage is needed. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and 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. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in San Luis Obispo County in October is 17° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.
The average total rainfall in San Luis Obispo County in October is 22.3cm and on average there are 4.6 rainy days in October making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in San Luis Obispo County in October is 10° which is very comfortable. The dew point is 12° in the previous month and 9° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in San Luis Obispo County in October is typically 86.8%. The maximum relative humidity is 87.2% in the previous month and 88.8% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in San Luis Obispo County in October is typically 64.8%. The average relative humidity is 64.9% in the previous month and 66.7% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in San Luis Obispo County in October is typically 26kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 27kmh in the previous month and 23kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in San Luis Obispo County in October is typically 8kmh. The average wind speed is 8kmh in the previous month and 7kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in San Luis Obispo County in October is from the West-Northwest.
