São Miguel Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in São Miguel, Portugal in October.

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Ponta Delgada Ribeira Grande Furnas Vila Franca do Campo

Planning a getaway to São Miguel, Portugal this October and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in São Miguel in October

São Miguel, Portugal is a region in Portugal. October in São Miguel generally has pleasant temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 22°C (72°F) and nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) in Ponta Delgada.

For specific regional insights in São Miguel, Portugal, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Povoação with an average of 103 mm (4.1 in) to high rainfall in Ponta Delgada with 116 mm (4.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Ponta Delgada typically sees 143 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore São Miguel by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in São Miguel — and find the best time to visit. (based on Ponta Delgada)

January17°C (63°F) February17°C (63°F) March17°C (63°F) April17°C (63°F) May19°C (66°F) This monthJune21°C (70°F) July23°C (73°F) August24°C (75°F) September24°C (75°F) October22°C (72°F) November20°C (68°F) December18°C (64°F)
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Best Places to Visit in São Miguel in October

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

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 São Miguel

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in São Miguel, Portugal?

Temperature range in São Miguel (October)

Precipitation variation in São Miguel (October)

Ponta Delgada

In October Ponta Delgada generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
176 hours
143 hours
110 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Ponta Delgada →

Ribeira Grande

In October Ribeira Grande generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
176 hours
143 hours
110 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Ribeira Grande →

Furnas

In October Furnas generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
176 hours
143 hours
110 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Furnas →

Vila Franca do Campo

In October Vila Franca do Campo generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
176 hours
143 hours
110 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Vila Franca do Campo →

Capelas

In October Capelas generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
176 hours
143 hours
110 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
perfect
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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ponta Delgada 22°C (72°F) 18°C (64°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Ribeira Grande 22°C (72°F) 18°C (64°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Furnas 22°C (72°F) 17°C (63°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Vila Franca do Campo 22°C (72°F) 18°C (64°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Capelas 22°C (72°F) 18°C (64°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Lagoa 22°C (72°F) 18°C (64°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)

São Miguel weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in São Miguel, Portugal in October?

Expect pleasant weather across São Miguel, Portugal in October. The popular destination of Ponta Delgada averages 22°C (72°F) by day and 18°C (64°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in São Miguel, Portugal in October?

Average temperatures in São Miguel, Portugal during October range from a nighttime low near 18°C (64°F) to a daytime high around 22°C (72°F) in Ponta Delgada.

Does São Miguel, Portugal get a lot of rain in October?

Ponta Delgada typically receives notable rainfall in October, about 116 mm (4.6 in) on average across São Miguel, Portugal.

Is October a Good Time to Visit São Miguel, Portugal?

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit São Miguel, Portugal with overall pleasant weather in Ponta Delgada. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August, September and November offering mostly perfect weather in Ponta Delgada. The weather in January, February and March, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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