October weather forecast
São Tomé and Príncipe

October in São Tomé and Príncipe signifies the start of the transition back into the rainy season, with rainfall levels increasing compared to the preceding dry months. Typical precipitation during this month ranges from 80mm (3.15") to 100mm (3.94"), signifying a noticeable increase from September.

The temperature during October continues to hold steady, generally ranging from 22°C (71.6°F) to 30°C (86°F). This pattern is observed throughout the country, including the coastal cities of São Tomé and Santo Antonio. However, regions at higher altitudes, such as the Obo National Park, can expect slightly cooler temperatures due to the change in elevation.

As October transitions into November, the weather conditions see an increase in rainfall, indicating the steady onset of the wet season. Despite this, temperatures remain consistent with the country's tropical climate. While the increase in rainfall marks a shift from the ideal conditions for outdoor activities, it also signifies the return of the lush green landscapes, a characteristic feature of São Tomé and Príncipe.

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• São Tomé - October »
  In São Tomé, in October, the average water temperature is 27°C (80.6°F). On the first day of October in São Tomé, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 17:25.
• Neves - October »
  In Neves during October, the rain falls for 24.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 220mm (8.66") of precipitation. The months with the highest UV index in Neves are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
• Trindade - October »
  The months with the highest humidity in Trindade are August through October, with an average relative humidity of 83%. January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Trindade, São Tomé and Príncipe.
• Santa Cruz - October »
  In Santa Cruz in October, during 24.7 rainfall days, 220mm (8.66") of precipitation is typically accumulated. August through October, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months in Santa Cruz.
• Guadalupe - October »
  In Guadalupe in October, during 24.7 rainfall days, 220mm (8.66") of precipitation is typically accumulated. August through October, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months in Guadalupe, São Tomé and Príncipe.
• Santo Antonio - October »
  In Santo Antonio the average seawater temperature in October is 27°C (80.6°F). In Santo Antonio the average seawater temperature in October is 27°C (80.6°F).
• Monte Cafe - October »
  The months with the highest humidity in Monte Cafe are August through October, with an average relative humidity of 83%. The months with the highest UV index in Monte Cafe are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
• Ribeira Afonso - October »
  The months with the highest humidity in Ribeira Afonso are August through October, with an average relative humidity of 83%. The months with the highest humidity in Ribeira Afonso are August through October, with an average relative humidity of 83%.
• Santa Luzia - October »
  The months with the highest humidity in Santa Luzia are August through October, with an average relative humidity of 83%. As the year progresses, October displays a noticeable jump in rainfall with Santa Luzia receiving a bracing 220mm (8.66") over the month.
• Lemba - October »
  January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Lemba, São Tomé and Príncipe. On the first day of October in Lemba sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 17:26.
• Cantagalo - October »
  In Cantagalo during October, the rain falls for 24.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 220mm (8.66") of precipitation. The average relative humidity in October in Cantagalo, São Tomé and Príncipe, is 83%.