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San Francisco Weather in October, USA

San Francisco Averages October

SAN FRANCISCO AVERAGES FOR OCTOBER

  • What is Average Temperature?
    The average high temperature and the average low temperature for that month, on a daily basis, divided by 2 equals the average temperature for that month

    Temperature

    14°C
    57°F
  • What is Average High Low Temperature?
    The sum of high temperatures/low temperatures divided by the number of days in that month, recorded daily

    High Temperature

    20°C
    68°F
  • What is Average High Low Temperature?
    The sum of high temperatures/low temperatures divided by the number of days in that month, recorded daily

    Low Temperature

    12°C
    54°F
  • What is Average Day Temperature?
    The average temperature recorded between sunrise and sunset

    Day Temperature

    19°C
    66°F
  • What is Average Night Temperature?
    The average temperature recorded between sunset and sunrise

    Night Temperature

    15°C
    60°F
  • What is Average Sea Temperature?
    Average daily sea temperatures and divided by the number of days in the month. Sea Temperatures are taken from buoys, ships and even satellites can calculate sea temperature based on energy that is radiated from the sea's surface

    Sea Temperature

    15°C
    59°F
  • What are Average Daily Sunshine Hours?
    Total sunshine hours for the month, divided by the number of days in the month. Sunshine hours are taken with a sunshine recorder, either a Campbell-Stokes recorder or an Eppley Pyreheliometer

    Sunshine Hours

    9 hours
  • What is Average Rainfall?
    The amount of mm in rain for that month divided by the number of days, and the number of days that it rains during that month on average, over a given period of years

    Rainfall Days

    4 days
  • What is Average Rainfall?
    The amount of mm in rain for that month divided by the number of days, and the number of days that it rains during that month on average, over a given period of years

    Rainfall

    25 mm

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San Francisco Daily Averages October

October 2024 Daily Averages

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1 Avg 18º 64º
Wed
2 Avg 19º 66º
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3 Avg 18º 64º
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4 Avg 18º 64º
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5 Avg 18º 64º
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7 Avg 18º 64º
8 Avg 17º 63º
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11 Avg 16º 61º
12 Avg 16º 61º
13 Avg 17º 63º
14 Avg 18º 64º
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17 Avg 18º 64º
18 Avg 17º 63º
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20 Avg 16º 61º
21 Avg 15º 59º
22 Avg 15º 59º
23 Avg 16º 61º
24 Avg 17º 63º
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27 Avg 16º 61º
28 Avg 16º 61º
29 Avg 15º 59º
30 Avg 15º 59º
31 Avg 15º 59º
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What's the Weather like in San Francisco in October

Temperature

October is autumn in San Francisco, USA, and the temperatures are gradually falling throughout this month. The average temperature at this time of year is 140C and the  average high and low temperatures range from around 120C overnight to a high during the day of 200C. The highest recorded temperature in the city in October was 390C in 1987 and the lowest recorded was in 1949 when the temperature only reached 70C.

Rain

The chance of rain is starting to increase at this time of year as the wet season begins to approach. The average rainfall in October is 25mm that falls over an average of four days throughout the month. Light rain is the most common type of precipitation, but there is a chance that moderate falls will put an end to sightseeing in the city. There is a greater chance of rain towards the end of the month so plan your visit for early October if possible to avoid getting wet. The wettest October on record was in 2009 when 75mm of rain fell, and the driest month was in 1978 when 0mm rain fell.

Sunshine Hours

Daily average hours of sunshine this month is 9 hours with the length of the days gradually decreasing as winter approaches. The total length of the day decreases by around one hour from the beginning of the month to the end. Sunrise on the first of October is at around 7.05am and sunset is at 6.50pm. Days are fairly clear with cloud cover at around 35-45% most days.

Humidity

Humidity ranges from 50% to 90% and is generally more humid towards the end of the month. Sea temperatures remain at 150C and are unchanged from the last month. Wind speeds vary from 0 m/s to 9 m/s, light to fresh breeze, and tends to get less windy towards the end of October. A 25 day forecast is available for detailed travel planning for the coming weeks.

San Francisco Hotels in October

Hotel Abri

Located in Union Square, the 3.5* Hotel Abri is ideally placed for shopping, theatre, restaurants and bars and is within easy reach of transport options for the rest of the city. Newly refurbished, this hotel provides a contemporary oasis, with modern amenities, sleek décor and welcoming service. With a restaurant, bar/lounge, complimentary internet access and DVD library, the Hotel Abri will make guests feel at home in San Francisco.

Hotel Vitale, a Joie de Vivre hotel

Another good option is SoMa, a neighbourhood with a great selection of nightlife, restaurants, shops and museums close to the city centre. The Hotel Vitale, a Joie de Vivre hotel is a 4* hotel with water views and an in-house spa with rooftop soaking tubs and restaurant and bar for relaxing after a long day sightseeing on the warmer October days. With a fitness centre, room service and internet access, it is the perfect place for a city break.

Galleria Park hotel

The 3.5* Galleria Park hotel is located in the Financial district, with easy access to everything the bay has to offer. Union square and Chinatown, with museums and restaurants are just blocks away, while shoppers will be delighted with the choice of boutiques and larger stores in the nearby area. The hotel has a fitness centre, restaurant, bar/lounge and concierge service, with room service and free internet access throughout.

Bars and Restaurants

Navin Thai

Located in Chinatown, the Navin Thai restaurant serves authentic Thai cuisine with fresh ingredients and fast service. Offering dishes such as Thai curries, salads and stir fries, the food is delicious and healthy. The restaurant has a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for casual dining with friends and a good meal before a night out in the city.

The Starlight Room

The Starlight Room is a great bar to go in the evening and have a few drinks, with a comfortable lounge area, great cocktails and music, this is the place to go with friends when looking for a fun night out. Located in Union Square, it has great views of the city from the 21st floor, small plates on the menu, as well as DJs it is the perfect place to dance the night away.

Things to do in San Francisco in October

Green Dream Tours

While in San Francisco in the warmer months, why not try a winery tour? Green Dream tours take small tour groups to boutique wineries, making this experience richer and more personal. With tour group numbers limited to 14, the company has developed strong relationships with small family wineries in the region which enables visitors to get an insight into the wine making culture in this region. Offering special chartered transportation for weddings and parties, this is a green company, with carbon neutral business practices.

Cable Cars

An iconic part of San Francisco life is the cable cars. Take a ride around the city in the world's last manually operated cable car system which is a part of daily life for locals and an interesting and fun way to explore the city for visitors. Of the original 23 routes, only three remain. Two are downtown between Union square and Fisherman's Wharf and a third along California street.