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Valentia Weather in October

October in Valentia typically sees daytime highs of 15°C (59°F) and nighttime lows of 10°C (50°F). Rainfall is also possible this month, so it's worth packing an umbrella.

Rainfall in Valentia in October

Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 24 days of rain, averaging 150 mm (5.9 in). This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Valentia in October

Daytime temperatures in Valentia reach 15°C (59°F) in October, dropping to 10°C (50°F) at night. Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. Nights drop to 10°C (50°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Valentia in October

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 82 hours of sunshine.

Wind Speed in Valentia in October

October has wind speeds averaging 5 m/s (10 knots). You can expect gentle to moderate winds that move small trees and make flags wave steadily on typical days. Conditions typically range from light breezes to moderate winds.

Average water temperature in October

With water at 14°C (57°F), it's on the cooler side. Keen swimmers won't be put off, but those who prefer warm water may find it less enjoyable.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, May, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances for Valentia.

Valentia Temperature in October

Min Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Max Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Water Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Chance of Rain
79%
Precipitation
150 mm (5.9 in)
Rainy days
24 days
Humidity
78%
Windspeed
5 m/s (10 knots)
Sunshine
82 hours
Percentage Sunshine
27%

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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).

What to Wear in Valentia in October

The weather can be unpredictable in October, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. The water temperature sits at about 14°C (57°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Valentia in October

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

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    5/10
  • Walking
    5/10
  • Camping
    3/10

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