Portugal in October
The Atlantic rains return to the north first and reach the south late, leaving the Algarve with warm, quiet, half-empty weeks.
Is October a good time to visit Portugal?
October sits mid-range in Portugal — around 63/100 nationally. January is noticeably calmer.
What closes and what fills up in October
- Republic Day, 5 October
- Clocks go back on the last Sunday
Portugal city by city in October
The same month can feel very different depending where you are.
How October compares across the year
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Frequently asked questions
Is October a good month to visit Portugal?
October sits mid-range in Portugal — around 63/100 nationally. January is noticeably calmer.
How busy is Portugal in October?
Averaged across the destinations we track, Portugal sits near 63/100 in October. The calmest of them is Porto.
What is the weather like in Portugal in October?
Expect average highs near 22°C and lows near 13°C, with roughly 10 wet days — though Portugal varies by region.