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Montevideo, Uruguay · Temperate oceanic

Montevideo in October: go or not?

Good time. Montevideo in October gets 7.4/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 34.90°S · 56.19°W
⚡ This month's verdict
Go for it
Montevideo · October
7.4
13–18°
Temperature
32%
Rain
7h
Sun
🌊 Seaside☀️ Bright🍴 Gastronomy
Photo : Odinei Ramone via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in October

Autumn in Montevideo is often underrated: 18.0°C, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Expect rain on 32.0% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. January (8.6/10) is significantly better if possible.

October ranks 7 out of 12 months in Montevideo. Compared to September: +2°C daytime, 6 pts more rainy days, +1.3h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in October

UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
comfortable
11°
Sea
19°C
cool, invigorating
Daylight
12.9h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 24
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Is October the right month?

The best month in Montevideo is January (8.6/10), 1.2 pt higher than October.

See January →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

Montevideo, capital of Uruguay : 1.3 million inhabitants (40% of the country's population, which has 3.4 million on 176,000 km² — one of the least populated countries in South America), on the Río de la Plata facing Buenos Aires (200 km by hydrofoil 2h15).

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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.

Country · Uruguay

🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyPeso uruguayen ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJanuary · 26°C
❄️Coolest monthJuly · 13°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMarch · 36%

🏖️ Beach holiday

📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Other destinations in October

If October doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.

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Location

Where is Montevideo ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context
Uruguay
Temperate oceanic climate with a 8.6 → 4.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
34.90°S · 56.19°W
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Montevideo?
January is the best month with 26.0°C highs, 20.0°C lows, 9.5h of sunshine and 27.0% rainy days. The months of January & December offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Montevideo get in January?
Montevideo averages 9.5 sunshine hours per day in January. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.1/10.
What is the rainiest month in Montevideo?
June is the most unfavourable month with June has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Montevideo in January?
In January, overnight lows reach 20.0°C, while afternoon highs average 26.0°C.
Is Montevideo good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Montevideo scores 7.9/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains January with a score of 8.1/10.
When should you avoid Montevideo?
June is the most difficult month to visit Montevideo, with June has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Montevideo in October?
In October, the sea averages 19°C in Montevideo: cool, invigorating. Swimming is possible but brisk; sensitive swimmers may prefer a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Montevideo in October?
The average UV index reaches 7 in October in Montevideo (high), with about 12.9h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.