Temperatures in October
It's warm in October in Portugal with an average temperature of 24°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 20°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 13°C and 16°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Portugal in October. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Portugal with hot temperatures, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights close to 16°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature drops to around 23°C, with nights close to 14°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Portugal will be around 22°C, with nights close to 14°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
Precipitation in October
In October, there is an average of 118 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The average precipitation chance is 28% per day this month. Though it seems pretty low, the weather’s variable. Some days have higher and others lower precipitation chances, which lowers the average.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in October for Portugal. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Portugal in October |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
24°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
29°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
20°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
118 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
9 days | 14 days | |
September
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is October a good time to visit Portugal?
After some sun? Then October isn’t the best time to be in Portugal. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Portugal in October
With 36°C, Portugal hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2023. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 10°C in 2018. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 3°C to a high of 23°C.
Check out the climate of Portugal for all months and discover the best travel time
Curious about the climate in other parts of Portugal? Check out the weather and climate in places like Algarve, Lisbon, Albufeira, or have a look at other destinations in Portugal.
Daily Temperature in October in Portugal
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in Portugal, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in Portugal
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Portugal, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect around 9 days of rain in Portugal.
Daily UV Index in October in Portugal
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Portugal, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in Portugal Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Portugal, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in Portugal Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Portugal, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in October for Portugal
Click on a specific day in October for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Portugal. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Portugal by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Portugal. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
