October weather forecast
Machico, Portugal

October, the same as September, in Machico, Portugal, is another pleasant autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22°C (71.6°F) and 16°C (60.8°F).

Temperature

October commences with an average high-temperature of a pleasant 22°C (71.6°F), showing little deviation from September's 24°C (75.2°F). Machico throughout October, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 16°C (60.8°F).

Rainfall

In Machico, Portugal, in October, during 10 rainfall days, 77mm (3.03") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Machico, there are 97 rainfall days, and 681mm (26.81") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Machico, in October, the average water temperature is 23.2°C (73.8°F).
Note: The allure of a swim in 23.2°C (73.8°F) waters can be influenced by your feelings towards the cold, today's sunshine, the wind's touch, and the ambient warmth. To put it in perspective, Olympic standards demand water temperatures of 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F).

Daylight

In Machico, Portugal, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:01 and sunset at 19:51 WEST. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 18:17 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

The average sunshine in October in Machico, Portugal, is 6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be mindful! Sand and water reflections can up the Sun's UV exposure.