Portugal weather in October
What is the weather like in Portugal in October?
The weather conditions in Portugal in October vary from tolerable to perfect depending on the destination.
During October in Portugal, the average maximum temperature varies from moderate in Soajo with 18°C (64°F) to high in Monte Gordo with 25°C (77°F). Minimum nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Monte Gordo and 8°C (46°F) in Soajo.
Precipitation in October varies from moderate in Gambelas with an average of 54mm (2.1 inches) of rainfall to heavy in Caminha with 176mm (6.9 inches).
It is the wettest month of the year in Lisbon.
It is also generally a
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We invite you to have a look at the map below to discover more about the various weather conditions around Portugal.
Where to go in Portugal in October
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Popular destinations in Portugal
What is the weather like in October for the 5 most popular destinations in Portugal?
Average weather in Lisbon
In October Lisbon generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (74°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (58°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Porto
In October Porto generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (69°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (51°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Albufeira
In October Albufeira generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (58°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Lagos
In October Lagos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (58°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Portimão
In October Portimão generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (58°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Portugal.
Is October the best time to go to Portugal?
In our opinion October is a good time to visit Portugal with commonly pleasant weather in Lisbon. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average the best time to visit Portugal is in April, May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Lisbon.
The worst month is December that can have unpleasant weather conditions.
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