Average weather for Sanibel in October
It's hot in October in Sanibel with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 25°C.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Sanibel with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 24°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps stay steady at around 32°C, with nights around 23°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Sanibel is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In October, there is an average of 86 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Sanibel in October |
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31°C | 21°C | |
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33°C | 26°C | |
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29°C | -5°C | |
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86 mm | 119 mm | |
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8 days | 13 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is October a good time to visit Sanibel?
October is a good month to be in Sanibel for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
The hurricane season in Sanibel runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2022, Sanibel reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 10°C to a highest value of 27°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Sanibel
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in October for Sanibel, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in Sanibel
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Sanibel, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect about 8 days of precipitation in Sanibel.
Daily UV index in October in Sanibel
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Sanibel, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in Sanibel over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Sanibel, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in October in Sanibel over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Sanibel, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in October for Sanibel
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Sanibel. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Sanibel by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sanibel. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.