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ERA5 almanac comparison — 8 years of real data

Martha's Vineyard vs San Antonio: weather in October

San Antonio is the clear winner for sun in October: 49% of days historically clear versus just 3% in Martha's Vineyard — a 46-point gap across 8 years of ERA5 data. This isn't close.

What you are reading: 8-year historical averages, not a forecast. Either destination can still surprise you this specific October. For the actual forecast right now, each destination links to its live page below.

Martha's Vineyard

MA

Clear days, October
3%
Sample size
n=248 days
Avg high
63°F
Early October (1st–15th)
4%
Late October (16th–end)
2%
Rain frequency
36% of days

San Antonio

TX

Clear days, October
49%
Sample size
n=248 days
Avg high
84°F
Early October (1st–15th)
58%
Late October (16th–end)
40%
Rain frequency
26% of days

Frequently asked

Is Martha's Vineyard or San Antonio warmer in October?

San Antonio runs warmer by day in October. Martha's Vineyard averages highs of 63°F (highs n=248 days); San Antonio averages highs of 84°F (highs n=248 days) (ERA5 2018–2025). Historical averages, not a forecast.

Does it rain more in Martha's Vineyard or San Antonio in October?

Days with measurable rain: Martha's Vineyard 36%, San Antonio 26% (n=248 and n=248 days). ERA5 2018–2025; historical, not a forecast.

Which is sunnier in October, Martha's Vineyard or San Antonio?

San Antonio is the clear winner for sun in October: 49% of days historically clear versus just 3% in Martha's Vineyard — a 46-point gap across 8 years of ERA5 data. This isn't close.

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All percentages are historical averages from the ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo, 8 full years (2018–2025). “Clear” means avg high ≥ 72 °F, precipitation < 1 mm, and a non-precipitation weather code. This is history, not a forecast. The live forecast for any destination is on its own page and may differ from the long-run average. Data from Open-Meteo.