Vila Nova de Gaia weather in October (Norte Region, Portugal)

Curious about the October weather in Vila Nova de Gaia? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In October, Vila Nova de Gaia generally has pleasant temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 21°C, while nights can cool down to about 14°C.

Vila Nova de Gaia in October usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 165 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 14 days of rain are anticipated.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 182 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Vila Nova de Gaia climate page with graphs.

 

Vila Nova de Gaia, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 21°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 17°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 46%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 165 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 80% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 182 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 56% *  
* Data from: Porto, Portugal (13 KM, 8 Miles).

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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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 Vila Nova de Gaia in October?

For visitors traveling to Vila Nova de Gaia, 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 17°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
6/10
Camping
6/10

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