October weather forecastAlmada, Portugal

October

Weather in October

October in Almada witnesses a notable transition from the mild autumn temperatures towards the cooler climate of the late year. Rainfall sees a distinct uptick, with precipitation figures pushing up to 7mm (0.28") over an average of 6.1 days. The drop in sea temperature continues, and winds persist with reduced speed, making the weather cooler yet tranquil. As daylight hours start decreasing and the sun's warming effect diminishes, October reveals the first real taste of winter's approach. The changes in weather, combined with beautiful fall foliage, render the city landscapes spectacularly colorful, highlighting October’s unique charm.

Temperature

With the onset of October, the average high-temperature in Almada stands at an agreeable 22.7°C (72.9°F), closely aligned with September's 25.6°C (78.1°F). An average minimum temperature of 16.8°C (62.2°F) is recorded in Almada during the month of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Almada is 70%.

Rainfall

In Almada, in October, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 7mm (0.28") of accumulated precipitation. In Almada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 54.2 days and collects up to 61mm (2.4") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Almada, Portugal, the average seawater temperature in October is 19.8°C (67.6°F).
Note: For most individuals, swimming in 19.8°C (67.6°F) is not enjoyable. As the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing control becomes increasingly difficult.

Daylight

In Almada, Portugal, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 19:19 WEST. On the last day of October, in Almada, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 17:37 WET.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 02:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from WEST to WET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 01:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from WET to WEST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Almada is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during October leads to these advisories:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Frequently asked questions

In October, in Almada, the average high-temperature is 22.7°C (72.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 16.8°C (62.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F).

The average relative humidity in October in Almada, Portugal, is 70%.

In Almada, Portugal, in October, during 6.1 rainfall days, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Almada, the average seawater temperature in October is 19.8°C (67.6°F). For most, swimming in 19.8°C (67.6°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

The average day length in October in Almada is 11h and 11min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 19:19 WEST. On the last day of the month, in Almada, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 17:37 WET.

On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 02:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from WEST to WET. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 01:00.

The average sunshine duration in October in Almada, Portugal, is 7.3h.

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Almada, Portugal

  • Average high temperature in October: 22.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 16.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (17.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (9.8°C).

Average pressure in October
Almada, Portugal

  • Average pressure in October: 1016mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1022.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.7mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Almada, Portugal

  • Average wind speed in October: 13.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (16.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (13.1km/h).

Average humidity in October
Almada, Portugal

  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (68%).

Average rainfall in October
Almada, Portugal

  • Average rainfall in October: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (15mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (1mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Almada, Portugal

  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (9.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Almada, Portugal

  • Average sea temperature in October: 19.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (19.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (15.1°C).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Almada, Portugal

  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Almada, Portugal

  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (17.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Almada, Portugal

  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in October
Almada, Portugal

  • Average cloud cover in October: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in October
Almada, Portugal

  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).