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Ponta Delgada weather in October (Madeira Islands, Portugal)

What does the weather outlook for Ponta Delgada look like in October? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

The weather in Ponta Delgada is usually perfect in October, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 22°C. At night, they generally drop to 18°C.

Precipitation

Ponta Delgada in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 76 mm for the month. This month experiences about 10 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 193 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, October is a great time to visit. May, June, July, August, September, October and November generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January and February tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Ponta Delgada climate page with graphs.

 

Ponta Delgada, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 76 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 71% *  
SunshineSunshine 193 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 55% *  
Data from: Funchal, Madeira (26 KM, 16 Miles).

Where to go in Portugal in October

Find out more about the weather in Portugal and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Ponta Delgada, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Swimming
6/10
Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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