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Mendoza in October
Mendoza warms up: highs climb to 80°F (27°C), from 73°F in September, with lows of 52°F (11°C) and about 0.6 in (15 mm) of rain.
At 98/100 for comfort (4th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 80°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 52°F (11°C)
- Rain
- 0.6 in (15 mm)
- Humidity
- 39%
- Cloud cover
- 36%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 50 min
- Comfort score
- 98/100 · Great
What October feels like
Highs settle around 80°F (27°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 16°C (29°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Low humidity, around 39%, makes the air feel crisp and dry.
Rain is scarce: about 0.6 in (15 mm) for the whole month.
Plan around October
October is one of Mendoza's best months on the climate data.
- Last dry month before the rain picks up: November brings 1.3 in (32 mm).
- Last of the best-scoring months: by November, the score drops to 85/100.
- The year's biggest warm-up: highs jump 4°C (8°F) from September.
- Comfort holds steady from September (98 → 98/100).
- October sits inside the Mar – May, Sep – Nov window our Buenos Aires, Mendoza & Iguazú route recommends.
What to pack for October
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 80°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 52°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Mendoza in October
October is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Mr Hugo Bikes
Long-running bike rental in Maipú for self-guided rides between wineries and olive oil makers.
Why now October scores 98/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Trapiche
Large Maipú estate in a restored 1912 building, with tours and a garden restaurant.
Why now Highs near 80°F and 0.6 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Catena Zapata
Pyramid-shaped winery in Agrelo that helped put Argentine Malbec on the world map.
Termas Cacheuta
Thermal pools in the Mendoza River canyon on the road to the Andes.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Azafrán
Downtown restaurant with modern Argentine cooking and a wine cellar you browse in person.
Nearby in October
- Valle de Uco in October~54 mi · highs 76°F, 0.6 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~918 m to Mendoza's ~769 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Mendoza in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Mendoza?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 98/100. Expect highs of 80°F (27°C) and 0.6 in (15 mm) of rain. October is inside the Mar – May, Sep – Nov window our Buenos Aires, Mendoza & Iguazú route recommends.
How hot is Mendoza in October?
Average highs are 80°F (27°C) and average lows 52°F (11°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Mendoza in October?
Not much: about 0.6 in (15 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 11.5 in (292 mm).
What should I pack for Mendoza in October?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 80°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 52°F), lip balm and moisturizer (dry air) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in October
- Buenos Aires, Mendoza & Iguazú Mar – May, Sep – Nov
Planning Mendoza in October?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.