October weather forecast
Matosinhos, Portugal

October

Weather in October

October experiences a further dip in average temperatures from 14.5°C (58.1°F) to 20.3°C (68.5°F) in Matosinhos, Portugal. With the arrival of autumn, the rainy days increase to 12.1 and humidity levels start to climb back up. Despite the increased cloud cover, visibility remains good making it a great time for indoor and cultural activities. The wind speed picks up pace, creating a crispness in the air. October ushers in the cooler autumn atmosphere, with a characteristic blend of sunny and wet spells.

Temperature

Matosinhos experiences a transition to an agreeable 20.3°C (68.5°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of October, not greatly differing from September's 23.2°C (73.8°F). During October, the nighttime temperature in Matosinhos, Portugal, averages to a mild 14.5°C (58.1°F).

Humidity

In Matosinhos, the average relative humidity in October is 73%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout October, 91mm (3.58") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 137.1 rainfall days, and 682mm (26.85") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In October, the average sea temperature is 17.8°C (64°F).
Note: Swimming is not a pleasant activity for most when the water temperature is 17.8°C (64°F). As the water temperature drops from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing becomes more difficult to control.

Daylight

In Matosinhos, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:32 and sunset at 19:16 WEST. On the last day of October, in Matosinhos, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 17:31 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 Matosinhos, the average sunshine in October is 6.8h.

UV index

In Matosinhos, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in October leads to these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Matosinhos?
In Matosinhos, 20.3°C (68.5°F) is the average high-temperature and 14.5°C (58.1°F) is the average low-temperature during October.
What is the average humidity in October in Matosinhos?
The average relative humidity in October is 73%.
How much does it rain in Matosinhos in October?
In October, in Matosinhos, Portugal, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout October, 91mm (3.58") of precipitation is accumulated.
How cold is the water in October in Matosinhos?
In Matosinhos, in October, the average water temperature is 17.8°C (64°F). Swimming in 17.8°C (64°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).
What is the average length of the day in October in Matosinhos?
In October, the average day length in Matosinhos is 11h and 6min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Matosinhos?
On the first day of October in Matosinhos, Portugal, sunrise is at 07:32 and sunset at 19:16 WEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 17:31 WET.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Matosinhos?
On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 02:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Matosinhos, and the time zone changes from WEST to WET. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 01:00.
How many hours of sunshine does Matosinhos have in October?
In Matosinhos, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.8h.
How high is the UV index in October in Matosinhos?
The average daily maximum UV index in October in Matosinhos is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in October - Matosinhos, Portugal
Average temperature in October
Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average high temperature in October: 20.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 14.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (8.1°C).

Average pressure in October - Matosinhos, Portugal
Average pressure in October
Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average pressure in October: 1016.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1022.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.3mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Matosinhos, Portugal
Average wind speed in October
Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average wind speed in October: 12.1km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and November (14.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (10.7km/h).

Average humidity in October - Matosinhos, Portugal
Average humidity in October
Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (71%).

Average rainfall in October - Matosinhos, Portugal
Average rainfall in October
Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average rainfall in October: 91mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (108mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (10mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Matosinhos, Portugal
Average rainfall days in October
Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.6 days).

Average sea temperature in October - Matosinhos, Portugal
Average sea temperature in October
Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average sea temperature in October: 17.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (18.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (13.8°C).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Matosinhos, Portugal
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October - Matosinhos, Portugal
Average sunshine days in October
Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (11.9 days).

Average UV index in October - Matosinhos, Portugal
Average UV index in October
Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October - Matosinhos, Portugal
Average cloud cover in October
Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in October - Matosinhos, Portugal
Average visibility in October
Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, May, June, September, October and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, April, July, August and November (9km).

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