If you plan to visit Terceira Island in October, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +63°F during the day and approximately 1 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 20 rainy days in the month and around 93 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+63°F
Avg. max. temperature
+46°F
Min.
+75°F
Max.
93 mm
Total precipitation
79%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
20 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Terceira Island has OK weather in October.
Average temperature in Terceira Island in October
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Terceira Island for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +68°F during the day to a minimum of +55°F during the night, the temperature in October averages around +64°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 29% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +64°F to +61°F.
Is Terceira Island warm or cold in October?
Terceira Island is typically mild in October.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +66°F to +63°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +63°F to +59°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 Terceira Island:
Climate in Terceira Island in October
Terceira Island weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
September
October
November
Avg. temperature
+66°F
+63°F
+59°F
Min. temperature
+54°F
+46°F
+43°F
Max. temperature
+79°F
+75°F
+72°F
Rainfall
58 mm
93 mm
90 mm
Wind
3 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Humidity
80%
79%
78%
Air pressure
1020 HPa
1018 HPa
1019 HPa
Sunny days
2
1
1
Cloudy days
12
10
11
Rainy days
16
20
18
Snowy days
0
0
0
October weather is still as ok as in September.It’s getting colder in October. From +66°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +63°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 58 mm to 93 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 80% to 79%.Winds are stronger in comparison to September, going up from 3 m/s to 4 m/s on average.The days becoming less sunny, going from 2 sunny days in September to 1 in October.
November brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Terceira Island in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Terceira Island is gradually increasing during October, going from 2 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Terceira Island based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 77% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 221 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 59 mm, which is considered heavy rain.October is a pretty wet month with over 24 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
October is one of the rainiest months in Terceira Island, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Terceira Island wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 61% chance of precipitation and 113 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 32% chance of precipitation and 19 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last October in Terceira Island?
This is the weather in Terceira Island in October 2023:
1 October
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+65°F
2 October
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+65°F
3 October
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+66°F
4 October
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+67°F
5 October
☁️
+68°F
6 October
☀️
+67°F
7 October
☁️
+65°F
8 October
🌧️
+65°F
9 October
☁️
+65°F
10 October
🌧️
+65°F
11 October
☀️
+65°F
12 October
☀️
+65°F
13 October
☀️
+64°F
14 October
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+66°F
15 October
🌫️
+68°F
16 October
☁️
+66°F
17 October
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+65°F
18 October
🌧️
+67°F
19 October
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+62°F
20 October
🌧️
+63°F
21 October
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+60°F
22 October
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+60°F
23 October
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+64°F
24 October
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+66°F
25 October
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+64°F
26 October
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+60°F
27 October
☁️
+62°F
28 October
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+61°F
29 October
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+58°F
30 October
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+61°F
31 October
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+62°F
In October 2023 Terceira Island had 10 sunny days, 16 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +64°F, with an absolute maximum of +68°F and a minimum of +57°F. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 60%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 18 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Terceira Island climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Terceira Island in October has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+58°F) and the highest in 2017 (+64°F). The driest year was 1999 with only 487 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 1425 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Terceira Island in October:
Is October a good time to visit Terceira Island?
It’s always a good time to visit Terceira Island, but the weather is changeable in October, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Terceira Island in October?
October has mild temperatures in Terceira Island. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Is Terceira Island rainy in October?
Terceira Island 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 Terceira Island in October?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Terceira Island in October, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Portugal
Check out the weather for other cities in Portugal.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Terceira Island, 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.