Verdict: Excellent month
Oaxaca Weather in October
October hits the sweet spot in Oaxaca — highs around 25°C (77°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Expect showers on roughly 11 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. Overall, October is one of the best months of the year to be in Oaxaca.
Average high
25°C / 77°F
Average low
14°C / 57°F
Rain days
~11
Precipitation
86 mm
What to pack for Oaxaca in October
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- A packable rain shell or compact umbrella earns its space
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
October against the rest of the year
Warmest in Oaxaca: Apr (32°C / 90°F) · Coolest: Aug (25°C / 77°F) · Wettest: Aug (~22 rain days)
26°
11°
Jan
28°
11°
Feb
31°
13°
Mar
32°
16°
Apr
31°
16°
May
27°
16°
Jun
26°
14°
Jul
25°
14°
Aug
25°
15°
Sep
25°
14°
Oct
26°
12°
Nov
26°
11°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)