AI-generatedLoreto at a glance
- Best time
- Apr – Nov
- Warmest month
- Aug · 33°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 29.7°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,420 h
- Rain a year
- 159 mm
- Climate
- Hot desert
- Time zone
- UTC−7
- Elevation
- 8 m
Climate in Loreto
Loreto has a hot desert climate with sunshine almost every day and hardly any rain. August is the warmest month with average highs of 33 °C, while January is the coolest at 21 °C. With around 3,420 hours of sunshine a year, Loreto is very sunny; June is the sunniest month with 11.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Loreto
The best time to visit Loreto is from April to November. In August and September, though, the hurricane season is at its peak: check the forecast before you go. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from April to November. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from November to April. In August it can get very hot, with highs of up to 33 °C. The wettest month is September with 75 mm of precipitation.
Loreto through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Loreto in spring
Mar – May
Excellent
- 23–28 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 10.2 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day in all
Loreto in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 31–33 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 10.6 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days in all
Loreto in autumn
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 26–32 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.7 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days in all
Loreto in winter
Dec – Feb
Good
- 21–22 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Apr – Nov
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Nov – Apr
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Aug
Highs of 33 °C or more
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Your best months: May – June, October
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: April – November
October is in the hurricane season Hurricane season
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimming
Keep in mindStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 26°
- Midday, 13:00: about 30°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 29°
- Evening, 20:00: about 27°
- Night, 23:00: about 26°
06:2317:59
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:09–06:54 · evening 17:28–18:13
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:00–06:09 · evening 18:13–18:22
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Loreto compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 31° at the start of the month to 28° at the end. The sea cools from 29° to 27°. The days get 0.7 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 31° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 25° | 22° |
| Sea | 29° | 27° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 11.2 h |
What is the weather like in Loreto in October?
In October, Loreto is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 16 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Loreto.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 35 min06:23 – 17:59
- UV index
- 8 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 19 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 13 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 17 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 16 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−7offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %100 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %100 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
Compare two months in Loreto
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
October and June bring similar holiday weather to Loreto (score 100 and 100). In June, days are 1 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 3 °C cooler in June. June has one rainy day fewer. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in June.
| Month | October | June |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 100 | 100 |
| Daytime high | 30° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 25° |
| Sea | 28.5° | 25.7° |
| Sunshine | 9.1 h | 11.3 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 2 | 1better |
| Rainfall | 20 mm | 6 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 19better | 24 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Loreto month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
58January21° · Sea 20° · 7.8 h
In January, Loreto is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 19.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, January is a so-so month for a holiday in Loreto.
Loreto in January60February22° · Sea 19° · 8.2 h
In February, Loreto is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 19.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Loreto.
Loreto in February75March23° · Sea 20° · 9.3 h
In March, Loreto is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 19.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Loreto.
Loreto in March90April26° · Sea 21° · 10.3 h
In April, Loreto is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 21.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Loreto.
Loreto in April98May28° · Sea 23° · 11.1 h
In May, Loreto is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 23.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 5 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Loreto.
Loreto in May100June31° · Sea 26° · 11.3 h
In June, Loreto is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 25.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 22 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Loreto.
Loreto in June92July33° · Sea 28° · 10.6 h
In July, Loreto is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 28.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Loreto.
Loreto in July89August33° · Sea 30° · 9.9 h
In August, Loreto is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 28 °C. The sea averages 29.7 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 9.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 29 mm in total. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Loreto.
Loreto in August92September32° · Sea 30° · 8.9 h
In September, Loreto is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 29.7 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 75 mm. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Loreto.
Loreto in September100October30° · Sea 29° · 9.1 h
In October, Loreto is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 16 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Loreto.
Loreto in October97November26° · Sea 25° · 8.1 h
In November, Loreto is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 25.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Loreto.
Loreto in November72December22° · Sea 22° · 7.6 h
In December, Loreto is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 21.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Loreto.
Loreto in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Loreto
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
HotOctober: nights around 24°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 19 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in February (16°), the warmest in August (28°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from May to November; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from December to April. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 145 days a year, mostly from June to October.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 58 | 21° | 16° | 19.5° | 7.8 h | 1 | 5 |
| FebruaryFeb | 60 | 22° | 16° | 19.1° | 8.2 h | 1 | 4 |
| MarchMar | 75 | 23° | 18° | 19.7° | 9.3 h | 1 | 3 |
| AprilApr | 90 | 26° | 19° | 21.2° | 10.3 h | 0 | 1 |
| MayMay | 98 | 28° | 22° | 23.4° | 11.1 h | 0 | 0 |
| JuneJun | 100 | 31° | 25° | 25.7° | 11.3 h | 1 | 6 |
| JulyJul | 92 | 33° | 27° | 28.1° | 10.6 h | 2 | 7 |
| AugustAug | 89 | 33° | 28° | 29.7° | 9.9 h | 5 | 29 |
| SeptemberSep | 92 | 32° | 27° | 29.7° | 8.9 h | 6 | 75 |
| OctoberOct | 100 | 30° | 24° | 28.5° | 9.1 h | 2 | 20 |
| NovemberNov | 97 | 26° | 21° | 25.3° | 8.1 h | 1 | 7 |
| DecemberDec | 72 | 22° | 18° | 21.8° | 7.6 h | 1 | 3 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Loreto
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 27.6 – 29.6 °C
Swimming season: Apr – Dec
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Loreto ranges from 19.1 °C in February to 29.7 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from April to December.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 28.5 and 30.6 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 19.5° | 18.5° | 20.7° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 19.1° | 17.8° | 20.2° | fresh |
| MarchMar | 19.7° | 18.8° | 20.8° | fresh |
| AprilApr | 21.2° | 20.5° | 22.2° | refreshing |
| MayMay | 23.4° | 22.5° | 24.5° | pleasant |
| JuneJun | 25.7° | 24.2° | 26.9° | pleasant |
| JulyJul | 28.1° | 26.7° | 29.4° | warm |
| AugustAug | 29.7° | 28.5° | 30.6° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.7° | 28.8° | 30.6° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 28.5° | 27.6° | 29.6° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 25.3° | 24.3° | 26.4° | pleasant |
| DecemberDec | 21.8° | 20.5° | 22.9° | refreshing |
Sunshine hours in Loreto
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 9.1 of 11.6 hours of daylight in Loreto, 78 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Loreto: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Loreto has about 2 rainy days with 20 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Loreto
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 8 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 12).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 20 min
- Fair skin
- about 20 min
- Light brown skin
- about 30 min
- Olive skin
- about 40 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Loreto
How breezy and how cloudy Loreto is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Loreto typically peaks at 13 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 17 % of the sky over Loreto: mostly clear, with about 9.1 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Loreto
How often the day gets hot in Loreto (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Loreto has about 16 hot days, with an average daytime high of 30 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Loreto
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Loreto in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Loreto has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 65).
- 86
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Excellent
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 10.0 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 98
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 11.1 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 90
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Excellent
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 10.1 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Storm season
- 100
October half-term
Oct
ExcellentBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 9.1 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 65
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Good
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 11 h 25 min
- Distance
- 9,090 km
- Time zone
- UTC−7
- Jet lag
- About 5 days (8 h west)
Rule of thumb for flying west: for a few days before, stay up a little later, and get afternoon and evening light at your destination.
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Storm season
Loreto lies in an area that Eastern Pacific hurricanes can reach. The hurricane season runs from May to November, with most storms from August to September. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May: Season
- June: Season
- July: Season
- August: Peak
- September: Peak
- October: Season
- November: Season
- December
Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.
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Loreto vs Ciudad Obregón
In October Loreto has the better holiday weather (score 100 vs 57). During the day Ciudad Obregón is 6 °C warmer than Loreto.
| in October | Loreto | Ciudad Obregón |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 100 | 57 |
| Daytime high | 30° | 36° |
| Sea | 29° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 9 h | 9 h |
| Rainy days | 2 | 3 |
| Best time | Apr – Nov | Dec – Feb |
Through the year
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In October, Loreto ranks 1 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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Frequently asked questions about Loreto
When is the best time to visit Loreto?
The best time to visit Loreto is from April to November. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Loreto?
The sea temperature in Loreto ranges from 19.1 °C in February to 29.7 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from April to December.
Can you swim in Loreto in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 28.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Loreto?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C and nights around 28 °C. January is the coolest month at 21 °C.
When does it rain most in Loreto?
The wettest month is September with 75 mm of precipitation. The driest month is May with 0 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Loreto get?
Loreto gets around 3,420 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 11.3 hours a day; in December there are 7.6 hours a day.
What time zone is Loreto in?
Loreto is on UTC−7 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Loreto?
A nonstop flight from London to Loreto takes about 11 h 25 min, for a straight-line distance of about 9,090 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is hurricane season in Loreto?
Loreto lies in an area that Eastern Pacific hurricanes can reach. The hurricane season runs from May to November, with most storms from August to September. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
Which school holidays are best for Loreto?
Loreto has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 65). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 86, May half-term 98, summer holidays 90, October half-term 100, Christmas holidays 65.