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Gaula Weather in October

October in Gaula brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 23°C (73°F) and nights around 19°C (66°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 66 mm (2.6 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Gaula in October

Typically around 10 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 66 mm (2.6 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Gaula in October

October is a perfect month in Gaula, with 23°C (73°F) during the day and 19°C (66°F) at night. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. With overnight lows of 19°C (66°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.

Sunshine in Gaula in October

The month enjoys around 193 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Wind Speed in Gaula in October

October sees wind speeds averaging 2 m/s (4 knots). You'll typically experience pleasant light breezes that move leaves slightly and feel refreshing. As an average, expect variation from very calm days to periods with more apparent air movement.

Average water temperature in October

With water at 22°C (72°F), you can expect warm, pleasant conditions for any water activity. There's no adjustment period — it feels comfortable straight away.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, October is a great time to visit.

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Gaula Temperature in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 19°C (66°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 23°C (73°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 22°C (72°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 34%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 66 mm (2.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 71% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 2 m/s (4 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 193 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 55% *  
* Data from: Funchal, Madeira (5 KM, 3 Miles).

Best Places in Portugal in October

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Legend 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).

What to Wear in Gaula in October

Pleasant temperatures in October mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. The water temperature sits at about 22°C (72°F), making it perfect for swimming and water activities. Don't forget to pack your favorite swimwear and perhaps some snorkel gear. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Gaula in October

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
6/10
Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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