Ponta do Sol weather in October (Madeira Islands, Portugal)

Wondering what the weather is like in Ponta do Sol during October? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

The weather in Ponta do Sol is usually perfect in October, featuring high temperatures and moderate rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 22°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 19°C.

Precipitation

Ponta do Sol in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 77 mm for the month. This month experiences about 10 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

With around 193 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, February tends to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ponta do Sol, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 22°C  

Chance of Rain 35%  

Precipitation 77 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Sunshine 193 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 55% *  

* Data from: Funchal, Madeira (31 KM, 19 Miles).

Where to go 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 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 do Sol, 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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