San Francisco weather in October
October in San Francisco averages 70°F by day and 54°F at night, with 0.9 inches of precipitation. It is the 2nd-warmest and 7th-wettest month of the year here.
- Average high
- 70°F-0° vs September
- Average low
- 54°F0 nights below freezing
- Precipitation
- 0.9 in2 days with 0.1 in. or more
- Snow
- 0.0 in1 days at 90°F+
Is October a good time to visit San Francisco?
Yes. October is one of the most comfortable months in San Francisco by our rule (highs of 62 to 86°F, lows of 42°F or more and under 4.5 inches of precipitation). The most comfortable months overall are March to November.
Get outside in San Francisco in October
October is made for being outside. Try Golden Gate Park, Presidio of San Francisco, Coit Tower, San Francisco Zoo. All things to do in San Francisco.
On October 15 the sun rises at 7:18 am and sets at 6:31 pm, giving 11h 13m of daylight. Daylight all year.
What to pack for San Francisco in October
- T-shirts and a light jacket or sweater
Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.
October nearby
| City | Distance | High | Low | Precip. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | 70°F | 54°F | 0.9 in | |
| Daly City, CA | 5 mi | 66°F | 53°F | 0.9 in |
| Alameda, CA | 10 mi | 72°F | 51°F | 0.9 in |
| Oakland, CA | 10 mi | 73°F | 55°F | 1.1 in |
| Berkeley, CA | 10 mi | 73°F | 52°F | 1.2 in |
| Richmond, CA | 12 mi | 73°F | 54°F | 1.4 in |
| San Leandro, CA | 16 mi | 74°F | 54°F | 0.8 in |
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in San Francisco in October?
In October, San Francisco averages a high of 70°F and a low of 54°F, with 0.9 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Is October a good time to visit San Francisco?
Yes. October is one of San Francisco's most comfortable months by our rule: highs between 62°F and 86°F, lows of 42°F or more and modest rain.
Does it snow in San Francisco in October?
Rarely. The October snowfall normal is under half an inch.
Before and after: San Francisco in September and San Francisco in November. All twelve months: San Francisco weather by month.
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station San Francisco Downtown, CA, 0.5 miles from the city center; snowfall from San Francisco Oceanside, CA.