South AfricaAverage weather for Portugal in October
It's hot in October in Portugal with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 13°C and 17°C.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Portugal with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 14°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps stay steady at around 30°C, with nights around 15°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Portugal is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In October, there is an average of 35 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Portugal in October |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
30°C | 21°C | |
 Max. temperature |
32°C | 26°C | |
| Min. temperature |
28°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
35 mm | 119 mm | |
| Rainy days |
4 days | 13 days | |
September
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is October a good time to visit Portugal?
October is a good month to be in Portugal for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 39°C in 2016, Portugal reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 12°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 5°C to a highest value of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Portugal
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in October for Portugal, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in Portugal
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Portugal, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect about 4 days of precipitation in Portugal.
Daily UV index in October in Portugal
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Portugal, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in Portugal over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Portugal, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in October in Portugal over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Portugal, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in October for Portugal
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Portugal. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Portugal by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Portugal. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
