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Sarlat-la-Canéda in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Sarlat-la-Canéda in October 2026? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether October is a good month to travel to Sarlat-la-Canéda, Périgord-Dordogne.

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Sarlat-la-Canéda in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Sarlat-la-Canéda in October in summary
Favourable weather
Min 9°C Max 18°C 105 mm 6 day(s) 92% 40% 9.1 h/day
Best activities in October
Cultural visits and heritageNature and landscapesGastronomy
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds Moderate prices 07:11 18:10
Hourly weather

Average weather in Sarlat-la-Canéda in October 2026

Favourable weather

The weather in Sarlat-la-Canéda in October 2026 is based on statistical data from previous years in October. This allows you to forecast the weather in October 2026. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Sarlat-la-Canéda in October

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Sarlat-la-Canéda in October.

Temperatures and rain in Sarlat-la-Canéda in October

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in October.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of October is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

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Average rainfall

About the climate in Sarlat-la-Canéda in October

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Sarlat-la-Canéda in October

Check the seasonal normals in Sarlat-la-Canéda in October and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
October
Weather data September October November
Outside temperature
Average temperature 18.0°C 13.8°C 9.4°C
Maximum temperature 24.0°C 18.4°C 12.4°C
Minimum temperature 12.0°C 9.1°C 6.4°C
Record maximum temperature 34.0°C
(2016)
29.0°C
(2011)
22.0°C
(2015)
Record low temperature 1.0°C
(2010)
-2.0°C
(2012)
-4.0°C
(2013)
Number of days at +30° 4 day(s)
(13%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +18° 27 day(s)
(90%)
19 day(s)
(61%)
3 day(s)
(10%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
1 day(s)
(3%)
2 day(s)
(7%)
Wind
Wind speed 10 km/h 11 km/h 12 km/h
Wind temperature 11.7°C 8.3°C 5.0°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 68.3 mm 104.8 mm 117.8 mm
Number of days with precipitation 11 day(s)
(37%)
12 day(s)
(39%)
15 day(s)
(50%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 4 day(s)
(14%)
6 day(s)
(18%)
7 day(s)
(24%)
Record precipitation in one day 57.2 mm
(2015)
46.6 mm
(2009)
41.3 mm
(2013)
Other weather data
Humidity 89% 92% 94%
Visibility 8.4 km 7.8 km 7.5 km
Cloud cover 32% 40% 53%
UV index 5 4 3
Daily sunshine 11h 9h 7h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h34 07h11 07h53
Sunset time 19h06 18h10 17h27
Day length 12h32 10h59 9h34
Our opinion on the climate in October
The review of Where And When favourable weather favourable weather fair weather
Activities and events

What to do in Sarlat-la-Canéda in October?

Best activities in October
Cultural visits and heritageNature and landscapesGastronomy
Possible activities in October
Hiking and trekkingFamily and attractions
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Sarlat-la-Canéda in October last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Sarlat-la-Canéda in October 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Clear/Sunny
9°C22°C0.0 mm
2
Clear/Sunny
8°C24°C0.0 mm
3
Partly Cloudy
12°C20°C1.3 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
16°C19°C1.4 mm
5
Partly Cloudy
6°C18°C0.0 mm
6
Clear/Sunny
5°C20°C0.0 mm
7
Clear/Sunny
8°C24°C0.0 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
11°C23°C0.0 mm
9
Clear/Sunny
11°C24°C0.0 mm
10
Clear/Sunny
9°C23°C0.0 mm
11
Clear/Sunny
10°C25°C0.0 mm
12
Clear/Sunny
11°C26°C0.0 mm
13
Clear/Sunny
11°C25°C0.0 mm
14
Clear/Sunny
10°C24°C0.0 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
9°C23°C0.0 mm
16
Clear/Sunny
8°C22°C0.0 mm
17
Clear/Sunny
8°C22°C0.0 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
8°C22°C0.0 mm
19
Partly Cloudy
11°C22°C1.2 mm
20
Light rain shower
14°C16°C5.0 mm
21
Light rain
12°C15°C5.7 mm
22
Moderate or heavy rain shower
15°C16°C10.6 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
11°C16°C3.1 mm
24
Light rain shower
9°C11°C2.8 mm
25
Light rain shower
11°C13°C2.1 mm
26
Partly Cloudy
8°C12°C0.3 mm
27
Patchy rain nearby
9°C14°C0.1 mm
28
Patchy rain nearby
11°C17°C0.0 mm
29
Patchy light drizzle
8°C13°C0.9 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
13°C18°C0.1 mm
31
Clear/Sunny
9°C19°C0.0 mm
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Where to go near Sarlat-la-Canéda in October?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Sarlat-la-Canéda in October: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

Yes, it’s a good time. Conditions are favorable in Sarlat-la-Canéda in October, which places this month 6th out of 12.

Expect an average of 18°C during the day and 9°C at night, with about 105 mm of precipitation spread over 6 rainy days.

Expect about 9.1 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Cultural visits and heritage, Nature and landscapes and Gastronomy. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

No: this month is in Moderate crowds, with a visitor index of 36/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

Prices are average: level Moderate prices, with an index of 43/100, including flights and accommodation.

The most favorable months in Sarlat-la-Canéda are: May, June, July, August, September and October. You are therefore already in one of the best times of the year; shifting your plans would not gain you much in terms of weather.
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