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Thinking of visiting Porto Alegre in October? Expect high temperatures reaching 26°C (79°F) during the day, dropping to 15°C (59°F) at night, and be prepared for the wettest month of the year.
If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, October is a great time to visit.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Porto Alegre - and find the best time to visit.
49-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Porto Alegre typically stay consistent throughout October, with daily highs averaging around 26°C (79°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows typically ranging from 15°C (59°F) to 18°C (64°F).
49-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Porto Alegre spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 25 years of weather observations (2000-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Porto Alegre.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm but pleasant conditions in Porto Alegre in October. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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