Are you considering a trip to Lisbon in October? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +72°F and about 14 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 10 rainy days and 93 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.
+93°F
Max.
93 mm
Total precipitation
73%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
14 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Lisbon has good weather in October.
Average temperature in Lisbon in October
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Lisbon for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in October is +75°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +91°F during the day and a minimum of +55°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes down 60% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +86°F to +64°F.
Is Lisbon warm or cold in October?
Lisbon is typically mild in October.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +77°F to +72°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +64°F to +61°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 Lisbon:
Water temperature in Lisbon in October
Water in Lisbon in October is Fresh. It varies from +66°F to +70°F, with an average of +68°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 Lisbon are reached in October, when the average sea temperature rises to +68°F. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +59°F.
Can you swim in Lisbon in October?
Water temperature (+68°F) in Lisbon in October might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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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
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
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Climate in Lisbon in October
Lisbon weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
September
October
November
Avg. temperature
+77°F
+72°F
+64°F
Min. temperature
+55°F
+48°F
+41°F
Max. temperature
+102°F
+93°F
+77°F
Rainfall
34 mm
93 mm
103 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+68°F
+68°F
+65°F
Humidity
67%
73%
78%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1016 HPa
1018 HPa
Sunny days
18
14
11
Cloudy days
6
5
6
Rainy days
5
10
12
Snowy days
0
0
0
October typically has worse weather conditions compared to September.It’s getting colder in October. From +77°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +72°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 34 mm to 93 mm.Humidity rises from 67% to 73%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 3 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 18 sunny days in September to 14 in October.
Next month (November) brings a further decline in the weather.
Wind speed in Lisbon in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 15 m/s which is quite strong. The wind will cause branches to move and ground debris to fly around.
The average wind speed in Lisbon is gradually increasing during October, going from 3 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Lisbon based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in October stands at 61%, leading to total precipitation of around 521 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 117 mm, which is considered heavy rain.October is a pretty wet month with over 19 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
October is one of the rainiest months in Lisbon, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Lisbon wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 42% chance of precipitation and 122 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 6% chance of precipitation and 2 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last October in Lisbon?
This is the weather in Lisbon in October 2023:
1 October
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+86°F
2 October
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+82°F
3 October
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+83°F
4 October
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+82°F
5 October
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+82°F
6 October
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+85°F
7 October
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+84°F
8 October
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+91°F
9 October
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+85°F
10 October
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+82°F
11 October
☀️
+83°F
12 October
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+81°F
13 October
☀️
+77°F
14 October
☀️
+76°F
15 October
☁️
+75°F
16 October
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+74°F
17 October
🌧️
+72°F
18 October
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+73°F
19 October
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+70°F
20 October
🌧️
+68°F
21 October
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+67°F
22 October
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+61°F
23 October
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+67°F
24 October
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+67°F
25 October
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+71°F
26 October
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+71°F
27 October
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+69°F
28 October
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+69°F
29 October
🌧️
+67°F
30 October
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+68°F
31 October
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+65°F
In October 2023 Lisbon had 20 sunny days, 4 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +75°F, with an absolute maximum of +91°F and a minimum of +61°F. The average humidity was 81%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 41%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 32 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Lisbon climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Lisbon in October has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+65°F) and the highest in 2017 (+72°F). The driest year was 1992 with only 298 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 2338 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Lisbon in October:
Is October a good time to visit Lisbon?
October is a really good time to go to Lisbon. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Lisbon.
Can you sunbathe in Lisbon in October?
October has mild temperatures in Lisbon. 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 Lisbon in October?
In general, you can swim in Lisbon in October, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +68°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Lisbon rainy in October?
Lisbon 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 Lisbon in October?
The amount of sunny days in Lisbon during October varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
How much does it cost to fly to Lisbon in October?
The normal prices to fly to Lisbon is $698 - $1,023. It means that the majority of our users have picked flights in this range. To find the best price we recommend you search early, using our flexible dates feature.
Other cities in Portugal
Check out the weather for other cities in Portugal.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Lisbon, 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.
