October · Uruguay
Best time to visit Montevideo in October Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Montevideo in October
Average temperature 16°C, 33 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
October score
9.6/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 16°C
- Rainfall
- 33 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
October in Montevideo scores 9.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 16°C, 33 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Montevideo's rambla, markets and art deco give Uruguay's capital a relaxed riverside rhythm.
October in Montevideo — the year's strongest window
Temperatures hover around 16°C (61°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
With around 33 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.9 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Montevideo at 9.6/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Expect peak pricing, and crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Montevideo in October?
- In October, Montevideo averages 16°C, 33 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.6/10.
- Is October a good time to visit Montevideo?
- October earns a 9.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Montevideo in October?
- Expect about 33 mm of rain in October. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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