La Rioja Weather in October

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

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Logroño Ezcaray Haro Calahorra

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

What to Expect in La Rioja in October

La Rioja, Spain is a region in Spain. October in La Rioja generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Zaldierna at 17°C (63°F) to pleasant in Alfaro at 22°C (72°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Alfaro and 7°C (45°F) in Zaldierna.

For a closer look at conditions across La Rioja, Spain, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Alfaro with an average of 50 mm (2 in) to moderate rainfall in Zaldierna with 82 mm (3.2 in).

Explore La Rioja by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in La Rioja — and find the best time to visit. (based on Logroño)

January10°C (50°F) February12°C (54°F) March15°C (59°F) April17°C (63°F) May21°C (70°F) June25°C (77°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August28°C (82°F) September25°C (77°F) October20°C (68°F) November14°C (57°F) December11°C (52°F)
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Best Places to Visit in La Rioja in October

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in La Rioja

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

Temperature range in La Rioja (October)

Precipitation variation in La Rioja (October)

Logroño

In October Logroño generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
20°C (68°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Logroño →

Ezcaray

In October Ezcaray generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
221 hours
152 hours
100 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Ezcaray →

Haro

In October Haro generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
19°C (66°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
221 hours
152 hours
100 hours
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Haro →

Calahorra

In October Calahorra generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°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 »
September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Calahorra →

Santo Domingo de la Calzada

In October Santo Domingo de la Calzada generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
18°C (64°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
221 hours
152 hours
100 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
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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 La Rioja in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Logroño 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Ezcaray 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Haro 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Calahorra 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Santo Domingo de la Calzada 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Arnedillo 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)

La Rioja weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in La Rioja, Spain in October?

Expect perfect weather across La Rioja, Spain in October. The popular destination of Logroño averages 20°C (68°F) by day and 9°C (48°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in La Rioja, Spain in October?

In Logroño, the average daytime high in October is 20°C (68°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 9°C (48°F).

Does La Rioja, Spain get a lot of rain in October?

October is on the drier side in La Rioja, Spain. Logroño averages only about 60 mm (2.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is October a Good Time to Visit La Rioja, Spain?

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

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August, September and October provide perfect weather in Logroño. On the other hand, the weather in January tends to be poor.

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