October · India
Best time to visit Goa in October Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Goa in October
Average temperature 27°C, 241 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 84% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
October score
5.8/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 241 mm
- Humidity
- 84%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
October in Goa scores 5.8/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 241 mm of rain, and roughly 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Goa runs down a humid Arabian Sea coast of palm-backed beaches, Portuguese churches, and river estuaries, with Panaji and the old capital at its center.
October in Goa — middling scores, decent value
October averages 27°C (80°F) and humidity near 84%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
241 mm makes this the wettest stretch of the year, though about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still appear — keep an indoor fallback ready.
It scores 5.8/10 here, 8th of 12 months, against 10/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? March scores 4.2 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Goa in October?
- In October, Goa averages 27°C, 241 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.8/10.
- Is October a good time to visit Goa?
- October earns a 5.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Goa in October?
- Expect about 241 mm of rain in October. Average humidity is 84% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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