Santa Cruz weather in October (Madeira Islands, Portugal)
What can you expect from the weather in Santa Cruz during October? This guide provides all the details you need.
In Santa Cruz the weather in October is generally perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 23°C, while night temperatures can drop to 19°C.
Santa Cruz in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 67 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 10 days of the month will see rainfall.
With around 193 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.
If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, October is a prime time to visit Santa Cruz. May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances. While February tends to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Santa Cruz climate page with graphs.
Santa Cruz, monthly averages in October
Min Temperature
19°C
Max Temperature
23°C
Water Temperature
22°C *
Chance of Rain
34%
Precipitation
67 mm
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
71% *
Windspeed
7 km/h *
Sunshine
193 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
55% *
Where to go in Portugal in October
Find out more about the weather in Portugal in October and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Santa Cruz in October?
For visitors traveling to Santa Cruz, 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. With a water temperature of around 22°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in October.
Interested in more climate information?
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