Weather in October
October introduces a distinctive shift in the weather pattern of
General Santos City. A further reduction in rainfall signifies the approaching dry season, though tropical warmth continues to govern the city. The city presents itself as an appealing destination for outdoor activities owing to stable weather conditions. As the city transitions from the wet to the dry season, the average temperature rises slightly to a high of 31.9°C (89.4°F). The month marks an appropriate period to enjoy the pleasant days under the tropical sun.
Temperature
As General Santos City welcomes October, the average high-temperature records at a still tropical 31.9°C (89.4°F), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. General Santos City records an average low of 22.3°C (72.1°F) throughout the nights in October.
Rainfall
Throughout October, in General Santos City,
Philippines, 113mm (4.45") of precipitation is accumulated. During the entire year, General Santos City aggregates up to 1052mm (41.42") of precipitation.
Sea temperature
With an average sea temperature of 29.7°C (85.5°F), October is the month with the warmest seawater.
Note: Surface water temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are considered superb and highly pleasant for water activities over extended periods.
Daylight
The average length of the day in October in General Santos City is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of October, in General Santos City, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 5:20 pm PST.