October 2 is statistically one of the best days of the year in San Diego. With minimal rain risk (2%) and pleasant highs of 25°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. You'll find plenty of company in San Diego this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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Essential Travel Info for San Diego
Currency
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Language
English
Driving
Right side
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Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.44
San Diego Weather Forecast for October 2
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 24.5°C. 2% chance of rain."
What to Wear in San Diego in October
Based on historical data for October 2, San Diego typically experiences temperatures between 16.4°C and 24.5°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (2% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for San Diego
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
24.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
16.4°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
25.3°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
2%
Avg 0mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
31%
Overcast
Pressure
1012.4 hPa
Low volatility
San Diego Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 96% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 40 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 60 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 100 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
19.8°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
⚠️ Mixed Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United States
Flight Traffic
Busy
70/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~312
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in San Diego
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:44
☀️ Noon
11:39
🌇 Sunset
17:33
⏱️ Daylight
11h 49m
Wind Speed
15.1 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
10.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
75%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in San Diego
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Mild discomfort possible for arthritic conditions.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Moderate seismic activity. Occasional tremors possible.
Eastern Pacific Hurricane Risk
Season: May - Nov
Travel Alert: This region has elevated natural risks. We recommend registering with your embassy and keeping emergency numbers handy.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, San Diego on October 2 averages 24.5°C with a 2% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
San Diego Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is San Diego Worth Visiting on October 2?
Planning a trip to San Diego on October 2? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 24.5°C with a 2% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 312 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 18.8°C (refreshing tonic). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.82m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 2 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 29.8°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to 12.5°C in 2019.