October weather forecast
Punta del Este, Uruguay

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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.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Punta del Este in October?

Punta del Este in October has an average high-temperature of 17.6°C (63.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 13°C (55.4°F).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Punta del Este, during October, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 58mm (2.28") of precipitation.

What is the sea temperature in October in Punta del Este?

In Punta del Este, in October, the average water temperature is 15.3°C (59.5°F). For most, swimming in 15.3°C (59.5°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

How many hours of daylight does Punta del Este have in October?

In Punta del Este, the average day length in October is 12h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, 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.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Punta del Este, the average sunshine duration in October is 8.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in October
Punta del Este, Uruguay

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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 / 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 2min

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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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).

Punta del Este, Uruguay

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