October
Weather in October
Temperature
October commences with an average high-temperature of a still pleasant 20°C (68°F), showing little deviation from September's 22°C (71.6°F). Throughout the nights in October, an average low-temperature of 14°C (57.2°F) is noted in Ponta Do Sol.Rainfall
In Ponta Do Sol, Portugal, in October, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 82mm (3.23") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ponta Do Sol, there are 101 rainfall days, and 736mm (28.98") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In October, the average sea temperature is 23.2°C (73.8°F).Note: For those not fond of cold temperatures, taking a swim at 23.2°C (73.8°F) may require consideration of the sunshine, wind, and ambient temperature. While wetsuits are not mandatory, they can enhance the experience.
Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 22min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:02 and sunset at 19:52 WEST. On the last day of October, in Ponta Do Sol, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 18:18 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 Ponta Do Sol, Portugal, is 6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: An average UV index of 6 in October transforms into this advice:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Stay alert! Reflective properties of sand and water amplify the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Ponta Do Sol, Portugal
- Average high temperature in October: 20°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February and March (15°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 14°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are August and September (16°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (9°C).
Average rainfall in October
Ponta Do Sol, Portugal
- Average rainfall in October: 82mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (112mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (9mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Ponta Do Sol, Portugal
- Average rainfall days in October: 10 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are January, November and December (12 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (3 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Ponta Do Sol, Portugal
- Average sea temperature in October: 23.2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (23.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (17.8°C).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ponta Do Sol, Portugal
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 8h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, November and December (Average sunshine: 5h).
Average UV index in October
Ponta Do Sol, Portugal
- Average UV index in October: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
