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Torres del Paine in October
Torres del Paine edges warmer than September, with highs of 31°F (-1°C), lows of 22°F (-6°C) and about 5.2 in (131 mm) of rain or snow.
At 34/100 for comfort (5th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 31°F (-1°C)
- Avg low
- 22°F (-6°C)
- Rain or snow
- 5.2 in (131 mm)
- Humidity
- 85%
- Cloud cover
- 77%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 36 min
- Comfort score
- 34/100 · Tough
What October feels like
Highs only reach about 31°F (-1°C), so plan short stints outside between indoor stops.
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 22°F (-6°C), so expect frost and ice.
About 5.2 in (131 mm) of rain or snow falls in the month, and with temperatures averaging below freezing, much of it may come as snow.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 77%.
Plan around October
October is one of Torres del Paine's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by November, the score drops to 31/100.
- Comfort holds steady from September (36 → 34/100).
- Our Patagonia Peaks route recommends Nov – Mar, so October falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for October
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 22°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 5.2 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Torres del Paine in October
With 5.2 in of rain or snow, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Valle del Francés
Central W-trek valley with hanging glaciers and avalanches off Paine Grande.
Hotel Las Torres Patagonia
Lodge restaurant and bar at the Base Torres trailhead, open to non-guests.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 31°F.
Mirador Cuernos
Easy trail with views of Los Cuernos above Lake Nordenskjöld.
Hotel Lago Grey
Lodge with a restaurant and bar facing icebergs on Lake Grey.
Lago Pehoé catamaran
Boat from Pudeto across turquoise Lake Pehoé to Paine Grande.
Nearby in October
- Puerto Natales in October~67 mi · highs 50°F, 3.2 in rain · 10°C (19°F) warmer by day, drier
- El Chaltén in October~114 mi · highs 45°F, 5.1 in rain · 8°C (14°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~630 m to Torres del Paine's ~1,442 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.
Torres del Paine in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Torres del Paine?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 34/100. Expect highs of 31°F (-1°C) and 5.2 in (131 mm) of rain or snow. Our Patagonia Peaks route recommends Nov – Mar, so October is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Torres del Paine in October?
Average highs are 31°F (-1°C) and average lows 22°F (-6°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Torres del Paine in October?
Yes: about 5.2 in (131 mm) of rain or snow falls across October on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 69.5 in (1765 mm).
What should I pack for Torres del Paine in October?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 22°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 5.2 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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