Big Sur vs San Diego in October

San Diego is the better pick in October — 89 vs 83 on SeasonMap's comfort score. San Diego is warm, dry, while Big Sur is warm, dry, clean air.

Big Sur vs San Diego — October climate, side by side

🇺🇸 Big Sur🇺🇸 San Diego
Comfort score83/100 (A)89/100 (A)
Feels-like high25°C25°C
Avg high / low26° / 11°25° / 16°
Rainfall21 mm6 mm
Rainy days21
Humidity68%75%
Air quality (AQI)3563

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

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Big Sur vs San Diego in October — FAQ

Is October better in Big Sur or San Diego?
San Diego is the better pick in October — 89 vs 83 on SeasonMap's comfort score. San Diego is warm, dry, while Big Sur is warm, dry, clean air.
What is the weather like in Big Sur vs San Diego in October?
In October, Big Sur averages 26°C high / 11°C low with about 21 mm of rain; San Diego averages 25°C high / 16°C low with about 6 mm.