Spain in October
The south returns to a comfortable 25°C or so, the north gets its first serious rain, and only the Hispanidad bridge interrupts an otherwise calm month.
Is October a good time to visit Spain?
October is one of the busiest months in Spain, averaging 70/100. If your dates can move, January is far quieter.
What closes and what fills up in October
- Fiesta Nacional, 12 October — a major long weekend
Spain 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 Spain?
October is one of the busiest months in Spain, averaging 70/100. If your dates can move, January is far quieter.
How busy is Spain in October?
Averaged across the destinations we track, Spain sits near 70/100 in October. The calmest of them is Barcelona.
What is the weather like in Spain in October?
Expect average highs near 23°C and lows near 13°C, with roughly 7 wet days — though Spain varies by region.