Mexico Oaxaca Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Oaxaca is very-high
Oaxaca Weather in October — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 27° / 12°
- Rainfall
- 60mm · 9 days
- Crowds
- Very busy
As of 2026, Oaxaca in October averages a high of 27°C and low of 12°C with 60mm of rain over about 9 days. The rains ease and Día de los Muertos arrives late in the month — warm days around 27°C, cooler nights near 12°C. Light clothing with a layer for evenings, plus an umbrella for the tapering rains. Hat and SPF for the strong sun.
October is very-high for Oaxaca.
October is a turning point — the rains taper through the month and the dry-season clarity returns, with warm days around 27°C and cooler nights near 12°C. Rainfall drops to about 60mm.
The defining event is Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), which builds from around Oct 28 into early November. Marigolds, candlelit ofrendas, sand tapestries, and costumed comparsas fill the city and the cemeteries — one of Mexico's most atmospheric celebrations.
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Oaxaca October Weather Stats
Avg High
27°C
Avg Low
12°C
Rainy Days
9
60mm total
Sunshine
6.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
60%
comfortable
UV Index
8
Very high
Wind
8 km/h
Gusts 16
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
16 μg/m³
PM10
30 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
28°C
Nighttime
11°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
8 km/h
Max gust 16 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Día de los Muertos — Oaxaca's most atmospheric festival
- Rains taper, sunshine returns
- Warm days, comfortable evenings
- Marigolds, ofrendas, and comparsas
Cons
- Day of the Dead surge — book months ahead
- Peak prices and crowds late in the month
- Some lingering early-October showers
October Events & Festivals
- Día de los Muertos begins (around Oct 28-Nov 2) — Oaxaca's signature festival
- Rains taper as the dry season returns
- Marigolds, ofrendas, and comparsas appear
- Hotels book out for Day of the Dead
Oaxaca in October — Full Picture
October is a turning point — the rains taper through the month and the dry-season clarity returns, with warm days around 27°C and cooler nights near 12°C. Rainfall drops to about 60mm.
The defining event is Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), which builds from around Oct 28 into early November. Marigolds, candlelit ofrendas, sand tapestries, and costumed comparsas fill the city and the cemeteries — one of Mexico's most atmospheric celebrations.
Demand surges for the festival: hotels book out three to six months ahead at three-to-four-times prices, and the city is busy and lively in the final days of the month.
Weather-wise, late October is excellent — drier, sunny, and pleasantly warm. If you're not coming for Day of the Dead, early-to-mid October offers good weather with far smaller crowds.
What to Wear & What to Pack
The rains ease and Día de los Muertos arrives late in the month — warm days around 27°C, cooler nights near 12°C. Light clothing with a layer for evenings, plus an umbrella for the tapering rains. Hat and SPF for the strong sun.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
31.7°C
12.7°C
5/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
28°C
14°C
15.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current27.3°C
12°C
9.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
28.3°C
8.7°C
1/mo
Oaxaca Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (Best) | 28° | 8° | 1d·5mm | 8h | 50% | 8 | Busy | Peak |
| February (Best) | 30° | 9° | 1d·5mm | 8.5h | 45% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| March (Best) | 32° | 11° | 2d·10mm | 8.5h | 45% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| 32° | 13° | 4d·25mm | 8h | 50% | 10 | Busy | Peak | |
| 31° | 14° | 9d·60mm | 7h | 55% | 10 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 28° | 14° | 16d·110mm | 5.5h | 65% | 9 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 28° | 14° | 15d·95mm | 6h | 65% | 9 | Busy | Peak | |
| 28° | 14° | 16d·110mm | 6h | 65% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 27° | 14° | 17d·130mm | 5.5h | 70% | 8 | Quiet | Low season | |
| October (Best) | 27° | 12° | 9d·60mm | 6.5h | 60% | 8 | Very busy | Peak |
| November (Best) | 28° | 10° | 3d·15mm | 8h | 50% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| December (Best) | 27° | 9° | 1d·5mm | 8h | 50% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is October a good time to visit Oaxaca?
Oaxaca in October is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Oaxaca in October?
Oaxaca October averages a high of 27°C and a low of 12°C.
Does it rain much in Oaxaca in October?
Oaxaca October averages 60mm of rainfall over about 9 rainy days.
What should I wear in Oaxaca in October?
The rains ease and Día de los Muertos arrives late in the month — warm days around 27°C, cooler nights near 12°C. Light clothing with a layer for evenings, plus an umbrella for the tapering rains. Hat and SPF for the strong sun.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Oaxaca in October?
Oaxaca October sunrise is 06:20 and sunset is 18:15, with 11h 55min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Oaxaca in October?
Oaxaca October air quality (AQI) averages 42, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 16μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Oaxaca in October?
In October, Oaxaca is great for Día de los Muertos (late Oct), Monte Albán as the skies clear, Markets and ofrenda displays.
Is October peak season in Oaxaca?
Oaxaca October crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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