Are you considering a trip to Faro in October? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +72°F and about 16 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 8 rainy days and 62 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+72°F
Avg. max. temperature
+48°F
Min.
+90°F
Max.
62 mm
Total precipitation
73%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
16 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
8 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Faro has good weather in October.
Average temperature in Faro in October
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Faro for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in October is +73°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +86°F during the day and a minimum of +54°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes down 44% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +79°F to +64°F.
Is Faro warm or cold in October?
Faro is typically mild in October.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +79°F to +72°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +66°F to +63°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Faro:
Water temperature in Faro in October
Water in Faro in October is Comfortable. It varies from +69°F to +73°F, with an average of +71°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +72°F.
The water temperature in October is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Faro are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +71°F. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +61°F.
Can you swim in Faro in October?
The water in Faro in October is pretty comfortable (+71°F in average). Ideal for swimming, especially in outdoor pools and open water. Suitable for recreational and casual swimmers.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Don’t forget a large beach towel or two for drying off.
Climate in Faro in October
Faro weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
September
October
November
Avg. temperature
+79°F
+72°F
+66°F
Min. temperature
+55°F
+48°F
+43°F
Max. temperature
+95°F
+90°F
+79°F
Rainfall
17 mm
62 mm
79 mm
Wind
2 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+71°F
+71°F
+67°F
Humidity
68%
73%
76%
Air pressure
1015 HPa
1015 HPa
1017 HPa
Sunny days
21
16
14
Cloudy days
4
5
5
Rainy days
4
8
9
Snowy days
0
0
0
October typically has worse weather conditions compared to September.It’s getting colder in October. From +79°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +72°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 17 mm to 62 mm.Humidity rises from 68% to 73%.Winds are stronger in comparison to September, going up from 2 m/s to 3 m/s on average.The days becoming less sunny, going from 21 sunny days in September to 16 in October.
November brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Faro in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 9 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Faro is gradually decreasing during October, going from 4 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Faro based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in October stands at 26%, leading to total precipitation of around 90 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 29 mm, which is moderate rain.On average, there are about 8 rainy days during October, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
October is one of the rainiest months in Faro, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Faro wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 32% chance of precipitation and 88 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last October in Faro?
This is the weather in Faro in October 2023:
1 October
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+80°F
2 October
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+83°F
3 October
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+82°F
4 October
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+81°F
5 October
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+82°F
6 October
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+80°F
7 October
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+79°F
8 October
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+85°F
9 October
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+78°F
10 October
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+77°F
11 October
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+77°F
12 October
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+77°F
13 October
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+75°F
14 October
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+76°F
15 October
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+74°F
16 October
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+73°F
17 October
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+74°F
18 October
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+73°F
19 October
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+72°F
20 October
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+69°F
21 October
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+68°F
22 October
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+68°F
23 October
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+66°F
24 October
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+69°F
25 October
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+71°F
26 October
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+71°F
27 October
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+70°F
28 October
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+70°F
29 October
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+69°F
30 October
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+67°F
31 October
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+65°F
In October 2023 Faro had 23 sunny days, 6 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +73°F, with an absolute maximum of +86°F and a minimum of +64°F. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 52%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 16 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Faro climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Faro in October has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1993 (+69°F) and the highest in 2017 (+73°F). The driest year was 2023 with only 200 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1989 with 986 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Faro in October:
Is October a good time to visit Faro?
October is a really good time to go to Faro. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Faro.
Can you sunbathe in Faro in October?
October has mild temperatures in Faro. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Faro in October?
Yes, the water temperature in Faro in October is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +71°F.
Is Faro rainy in October?
Faro is often rainy in October. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Faro in October?
The amount of sunny days in Faro during October varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
Other cities in Portugal
Check out the weather for other cities in Portugal.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Faro, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.