Port of Spain Weather in October

October: warm and very wet

October feels hot and sticky, with highs around 30°C and nights staying warm. Rain falls on 25 days, so showers can interrupt a walk around downtown or an afternoon at the Queen's Park Savannah. It's wetter than September, though November is wetter still. Cloud and limited sunshine can make long outdoor plans less appealing.

You can still visit the National Museum and Art Gallery or spend time in the covered arcades downtown. Keep a flexible plan for outdoor sights, and don't count on a dry beach day. The Botanic Gardens are pleasant between showers, but muddy paths can make a long wander less comfortable.

Events and local days

Divali, the Hindu festival of lights, sometimes falls in October, though its date changes each year. If it does, look for celebrations and rows of small clay lamps called deyas. The festival is especially associated with the nearby community of Felicity, rather than central Port of Spain.

There's no fixed October event on the scale of Carnival. If you're hoping for a major street celebration, this is a quieter month. Check the calendar for Divali before making it part of your plans.

Quieter, with a rain plan

October is generally a quieter, lower-season time than the busy Carnival period. You're less likely to find peak-season crowds, and accommodation can be cheaper than during Carnival, though rates vary.

If you hate crowds, you'll likely prefer October. Travelling with kids? Keep an indoor stop ready for sudden showers, such as the National Museum. For a local food break, try doubles from a vendor near the Savannah; this curried chickpea snack is easy to eat between outings. Don't rely on a long outdoor loop around the Savannah staying dry.