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Visiting La Serena, Chile in October

The weather in October is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into November. October has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (62°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 46% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.9 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in La Serena.

October has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 1.3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

Sea temperatures are a cold 13°C (56°F). October is too cold for swimming in La Serena for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in October is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise into November.

Consider visiting La Serena in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for October.

Can you sunbathe in La Serena in October?

No, October is not a good time for sunbathing in La Serena.

October has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (62°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 46% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.9 hours of sunshine per day. October has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 1.3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

More about October temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in La Serena in October?

No, October is too cold for swimming in La Serena for any length of time, with the sea water at 13°C (56°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about October sea temperatures.

Is October a good time to holiday in La Serena?

Probably not, October is not a good time for a holiday in La Serena.

October has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (62°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 46% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.9 hours of sunshine per day. October has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 1.3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between. It is not a good time for sunbathing in La Serena. Sea temperatures are a cold 13°C (56°F). October is too cold for swimming in La Serena for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the October temperatures and sunshine.

Is La Serena warm in October?

No, La Serena is a little too chilly for sunbathing in October.

The average maximum temperature in La Serena in October is 17°C (62°F). The average maximum temperature is 16°C (61°) in the previous month and 18°C (64°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in La Serena in October is 13°C (55°F). The average temperature is 12°C (54°F) in the previous month and 14°C (58°F) in the next month.

More info about the October temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is La Serena in October?

The average day light hours per day in La Serena in October are 12.8. The sunshine percentage is 46% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.9 hours of sunshine per day.

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Temperature in La Serena in October

The weather in October is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into November. The average maximum temperature in La Serena in October is 17°C (62°F). The average maximum temperature is 16°C (61°F) in the previous month and 18°C (64°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in La Serena in October is 13°C (55°F). The average temperature is 12°C (54°F) in the previous month and 14°C (58°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in La Serena in October is 10°C (49°F). The minimum temperature is 9°C (47°F) in the previous month and 11°C (52°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in La Serena in October

The days in October are longer than the previous month and the days continue to get slightly longer into November. October has marginally more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise quickly into November. During October the average day light hours are 12.8 per day in La Serena. The sunshine percentage is 46% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.9 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in La Serena in October is typically 13 during October. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. 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.

Sea Temperature in La Serena in October

The average sea water temperature in La Serena in October is 13.3°C (55.9°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. The sea temperature in October is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise into November.

Rainfall in La Serena in October

October weather is slightly drier than the previous month. The average total rainfall in La Serena in October is 0.1cm (0.0inches) and on average there are 1.3 rainy days in October making it an extremely dry time to visit the beach.

Humidity in La Serena in October

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in La Serena in October is 11°C (51°F) which is very comfortable. The dew point is 10°C (50°F) in the previous month and 12°C (12°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in La Serena in October is typically 93.3%. The maximum relative humidity is 93.7% in the previous month and 93.1% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in La Serena in October is typically 80.2%. The average relative humidity is 80.5% in the previous month and 80% in the next month.

Wind Speed in La Serena in October

The average maximum wind speed in La Serena in October is typically 21KM/H (13MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 20KM/H (12MPH) in the previous month and 22KM/H (13MPH) in the next month.

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

The average wind direction in La Serena in October is from the West-Northwest.

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