Arequipa vs Santiago in October

Arequipa is the better pick in October — 95 vs 91 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Arequipa is nice, dry, clean air, while Santiago is warm, a little rain.

Arequipa vs SantiagoOctober climate, side by side

ArequipaSantiago
Comfort score95/100 (S)91/100 (S)
Feels-like high23°C25°C
Avg high / low24° / 10°24° / 7°
Rainfall11 mm35 mm
Rainy days35
Humidity42%64%
Air quality (AQI)3584

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Arequipa vs Santiago in October — FAQ

Is October better in Arequipa or Santiago?
Arequipa is the better pick in October — 95 vs 91 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Arequipa is nice, dry, clean air, while Santiago is warm, a little rain.
What is the weather like in Arequipa vs Santiago in October?
In October, Arequipa averages 24°C high / 10°C low with about 11 mm of rain; Santiago averages 24°C high / 7°C low with about 35 mm.