La Gomera · October
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 21° (70°)18– (64–)25 (77) | 21° (70°)18– (64–)24 (75) | 22° (72°)18– (64–)27 (81) | 23° (73°)19– (66–)26 (79) | 24° (75°)21– (70–)28 (82) | 25° (77°)22– (72–)29 (84) | 27° (81°)24– (75–)33 (91) | 28° (82°)25– (77–)35 (95) | 27° (81°)24– (75–)30 (86) | 26° (79°)23– (73–)29 (84) | 24° (75°)21– (70–)28 (82) | 22° (72°)19– (66–)25 (77) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 16° (61°)13– (55–)18 (64) | 15° (59°)12– (54–)17 (63) | 16° (61°)13– (55–)18 (64) | 16° (61°)13– (55–)18 (64) | 18° (64°)15– (59–)20 (68) | 19° (66°)16– (61–)21 (70) | 21° (70°)18– (64–)24 (75) | 22° (72°)19– (66–)25 (77) | 21° (70°)18– (64–)23 (73) | 20° (68°)17– (63–)23 (73) | 19° (66°)15– (59–)22 (72) | 17° (63°)14– (57–)20 (68) |
☀️Sunshine | 6h UV 6 | 7h UV 7 | 7h UV 8 | 7h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 6h UV 7 | 6h UV 6 | 6h UV 6 | 6h UV 6 |
🌊Water Temp | 20° (68°) | 20° (68°) | 20° (68°) | 20° (68°) | 21° (70°) | 22° (72°) | 23° (73°) | 24° (75°) | 24° (75°) | 24° (75°) | 23° (73°) | 21° (70°) |
🌧Rain Days | 2d25mm (1.0") | 3d30mm (1.2") | 2d19mm (0.8") | 1d9mm (0.3") | 0d2mm (0.1") | 0d2mm (0.1") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d5mm (0.2") | 1d8mm (0.3") | 2d22mm (0.9") | 2d21mm (0.8") | 3d27mm (1.1") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
October is among the best months in La Gomera: only 2 rain days, 26°C (79°F) highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs average 26°C (79°F), cooling to 20°C (68°F) at night (daily average: 23°C (73°F)). Peaks reach around 29°C (84°F), the coldest nights around 17°C (63°F). With 6 sunshine hours per day and 2 rain days (22 mm (0.9 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. Sea temperature is 24°C (75°F) — pleasantly warm for long swim sessions.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in October are ideal.
Autumn is mild and golden: the trails are in good condition, the sea is still warm enough for swimming and the first showers bring fresh green. The island stays quieter than in summer — a good month for trips into the highlands.
Events & Festivals
- Bajada de la Virgen de Guadalupeevery five years in October (most recently 2023, next edition 2028)
The island's patron saint is carried by boat from her chapel in Puntallana to San Sebastián and then around the island. In the years in between, the fiesta is held in Puntallana on the first Monday in October.
Packing list for La Gomera in October
- T-shirts and shorts
- Swimwear and beach towel
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is October a good time to visit La Gomera?
- Yes — October is one of the best months to visit La Gomera (Climate Score: 80/100). Pleasant temperatures (26°C (79°F)), good sunshine (6 h/day), and few rain days (2) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in La Gomera in October?
- In October, La Gomera sees daily highs of 26°C (79°F). Nights cool to 20°C (68°F), with a daily average of 23°C (73°F). Peaks reach around 29°C (84°F), the coldest nights around 17°C (63°F).
- How much rain falls in La Gomera in October?
- In October, La Gomera receives an average of 22 mm (0.9 in) of rain over 2 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does La Gomera get in October?
- La Gomera averages 6 sunshine hours per day in October — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in La Gomera in October?
- Water temperature in La Gomera in October averages 24°C (75°F) — pleasantly warm for swim sessions.
