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Mar del Plata in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Mar del Plata 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 Mar del Plata, Argentina.

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Mar del Plata in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Mar del Plata in October in summary
Favourable weather
Min 10°C Max 16°C 102 mm 5 day(s) 84% 35% 14°C 11.4 h/day
Best activities in October
Gastronomy
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds Moderate prices 06:04 19:08
Hourly weather

Average weather in Mar del Plata in October 2026

Favourable weather

The weather in Mar del Plata 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 Mar del Plata in October

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Mar del Plata in October.

Temperatures and rain in Mar del Plata 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

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Mar del Plata in October

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Mar del Plata in October

Check the seasonal normals in Mar del Plata 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 11.2°C 13.2°C 16.3°C
Maximum temperature 13.9°C 16.3°C 19.8°C
Minimum temperature 8.5°C 10.2°C 12.8°C
Record maximum temperature 22.0°C
(2018)
31.0°C
(2021)
36.0°C
(2021)
Record low temperature 3.0°C
(2013)
3.0°C
(2021)
5.0°C
(2015)
Number of days at +30° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +18° 4 day(s)
(13%)
11 day(s)
(35%)
23 day(s)
(77%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 10.5°C 12.4°C 14.8°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 8.7°C 10.8°C 12.3°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 11.9°C 13.8°C 17.2°C
Wind
Wind speed 24 km/h 24 km/h 25 km/h
Wind temperature 5.7°C 7.9°C 11.4°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 84.7 mm 102.1 mm 100.2 mm
Number of days with precipitation 11 day(s)
(37%)
12 day(s)
(39%)
12 day(s)
(40%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 4 day(s)
(14%)
5 day(s)
(15%)
6 day(s)
(18%)
Record precipitation in one day 64.1 mm
(2013)
84.5 mm
(2020)
64.9 mm
(2011)
Other weather data
Humidity 84% 84% 82%
Visibility 9.5 km 9.4 km 9.6 km
Cloud cover 36% 35% 27%
UV index 4 4 5
Daily sunshine 10h 11h 13h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h50 06h04 05h30
Sunset time 18h41 19h08 19h41
Day length 11h51 13h04 14h11
Our opinion on the climate in October
The review of Where And When fair weather favourable weather favourable weather
Activities and events

What to do in Mar del Plata in October?

Best activities in October
Gastronomy
Possible activities in October
Beach and swimmingFamily and attractionsWatersportsNature and landscapesNightlifeWell-beingBoat trip and cruise
Activities not recommended in October
Animal observation
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Mar del Plata in October last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Mar del Plata in October 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Clear/Sunny
8°C18°C0.0 mm
2
Clear/Sunny
10°C20°C0.0 mm
3
Clear/Sunny
10°C20°C0.0 mm
4
Overcast
15°C20°C0.0 mm
5
Light rain shower
11°C14°C6.0 mm
6
Clear/Sunny
7°C14°C0.0 mm
7
Clear/Sunny
7°C19°C0.0 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
8°C20°C0.0 mm
9
Partly Cloudy
13°C21°C0.0 mm
10
Clear/Sunny
13°C22°C0.0 mm
11
Patchy rain nearby
13°C20°C6.2 mm
12
Mist
14°C16°C6.4 mm
13
Patchy rain nearby
12°C16°C0.0 mm
14
Clear/Sunny
8°C16°C0.0 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
12°C20°C0.0 mm
16
Clear/Sunny
13°C19°C0.0 mm
17
Clear/Sunny
11°C16°C0.0 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
8°C13°C0.0 mm
19
Overcast
5°C17°C0.0 mm
20
Clear/Sunny
12°C19°C0.0 mm
21
Clear/Sunny
15°C22°C0.0 mm
22
Overcast
13°C15°C2.3 mm
23
Clear/Sunny
13°C22°C0.0 mm
24
Patchy rain nearby
16°C19°C2.1 mm
25
Partly Cloudy
11°C14°C0.0 mm
26
Overcast
6°C17°C0.4 mm
27
Light rain shower
9°C11°C0.3 mm
28
Partly Cloudy
6°C11°C0.0 mm
29
Clear/Sunny
5°C13°C0.0 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
6°C15°C0.0 mm
31
Clear/Sunny
7°C19°C0.0 mm
Nearby

Where to go near Mar del Plata in October?

Compare cities and destinations near Mar del Plata in October to find another travel stop, a nearby alternative or a logical continuation of your stay in Mar del Plata.

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Best time to visit Mar del Plata month by month

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Mar del Plata 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 Mar del Plata in October, which places this month 7th out of 12.

Expect an average of 16°C during the day and 10°C at night, with about 102 mm of precipitation spread over 5 rainy days.

The sea is only 12°C on average in October. Swimming is still possible, but it will be cool.

Expect about 11.4 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Gastronomy. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in Moderate crowds, with an index of 42/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.

Prices are average: level Moderate prices, with an index of 48/100, including flights and accommodation.

The most favorable months in Mar del Plata are: January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December. 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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