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Spain Weather in October

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

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

What to Expect in Spain in October

Spain offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In October, one might encounter temperatures that range from mild to warm, and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Burg at 13°C (55°F) to warm in Mairena del Alcor at 27°C (81°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Mairena del Alcor and 2°C (36°F) in Burg.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Spain, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Playa Jandia with an average of 9.1 mm (0.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Gondomar with 216 mm (8.5 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Barcelona.

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Barcelona gets approximately 178 hours of sunlight in October, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Spain by month

Best Places to Visit in Spain in October

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

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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).

Popular Destinations in Spain

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

Temperature range in Spain (October)

Precipitation variation in Spain (October)

Barcelona

In October Barcelona generally has pleasant 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 perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
178 hours
145 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Madrid

In October Madrid generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
22°C (72°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
204 hours
147 hours
Monthly rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Calpe

In October Calpe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Valencia

In October Valencia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
24°C (75°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
234 hours
202 hours
168 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Seville

In October Seville generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
27°C (81°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
220 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
31 mm (1.2 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: Spain October extremes

Notable October records observed across cities in Spain in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest October day in Spain brought 300 mm (12 in) in Alicante on October 17, 1998.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Barcelona 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Madrid 22°C (72°F) 10°C (50°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Valencia 24°C (75°F) 15°C (59°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Ibiza 24°C (75°F) 19°C (66°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Seville 27°C (81°F) 15°C (59°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
San Sebastián 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)

Spain weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Spain in October?

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

What is the average temperature in Spain in October?

Average temperatures in Spain during October range from a nighttime low near 15°C (59°F) to a daytime high around 22°C (72°F) in Barcelona.

Does Spain get a lot of rain in October?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Spain during October, with Barcelona averaging close to 98 mm (3.9 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Spain?

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Barcelona. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Spain.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Spain? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Spain.

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