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Portugal Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Portugal in October.

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Are you planning a trip a to Portugal in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Portugal in October

In October, Portugal experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from mild to warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Montezinho at 17°C (63°F) to warm in Mértola at 25°C (77°F). At night it cools down to 14°C (57°F) in Mértola and 8°C (46°F) in Montezinho.

To explore the conditions in Portugal in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Vila Baleira with an average of 47 mm (1.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Terras de Bouro with 250 mm (9.8 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this October. For example, Lisbon gets approximately 210 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Portugal by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Portugal - and find the best time to visit. (based on Lisbon)

January15°C (59°F) February16°C (61°F) March18°C (64°F) April19°C (66°F) May22°C (72°F) June25°C (77°F) July27°C (81°F) This monthAugust27°C (81°F) September25°C (77°F) October22°C (72°F) November18°C (64°F) December16°C (61°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Portugal in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Portugal.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Portugal

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Portugal?

Temperature range in Portugal (October)

Precipitation variation in Portugal (October)

Lisbon

In October Lisbon generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
280 hours
210 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Lisbon →

Porto

In October Porto generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
224 hours
182 hours
138 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
163 mm (6.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
excellent
very good
mixed
Climate in Porto →

Albufeira

In October Albufeira generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
266 hours
220 hours
176 hours
Monthly rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Albufeira →

Lagos

In October Lagos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
267 hours
218 hours
173 hours
Monthly rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Lagos →

Portimão

In October Portimão generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
266 hours
220 hours
176 hours
Monthly rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Portimão →

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Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Portugal in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lisbon 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Porto 21°C (70°F) 15°C (59°F) 158 mm (6.2 in)
Cascais 21°C (70°F) 17°C (63°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Ponta Delgada 22°C (72°F) 18°C (64°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Coimbra 22°C (72°F) 12°C (54°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Braga 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 225 mm (8.9 in)

Portugal weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Portugal in October?

Expect excellent weather across Portugal in October. The popular destination of Lisbon averages 22°C (72°F) by day and 15°C (59°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Portugal in October?

In Lisbon, the average daytime high in October is 22°C (72°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 15°C (59°F).

Does Portugal get a lot of rain in October?

Not particularly. Lisbon averages just 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain in October, making it a mostly dry month for Portugal.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Portugal?

We believe that October is one of the best times to visit Portugal with overall excellent weather in Lisbon. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Portugal is in May, June, July, August, September and October with generally excellent weather in Lisbon. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be good.

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