Portugal Lisbon Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Lisbon is Good
October is Good for Lisbon.
October is full autumn. Daytime 22°C, nighttime 14°C. Rain returning. DST ends last Sunday October — sunset shifts from 18:30 to 17:30.
DocLisboa (mid-October) is Portugal's biggest documentary film festival. Pre-Web Summit (early November) hotel demand starts building late October.
Travel score
Lisbon October Weather Stats
Avg High
22°C
Avg Low
14°C
Rainy Days
8
80mm total
Sunshine
6.6h
Daily avg
Humidity
71%
Comfortable
UV Index
4
Moderate
Wind
12 km/h
Gusts 26
Sea Temp
19°C
Cool
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
12 μg/m³
PM10
22 μg/m³
Status
Good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
21°C
Nighttime
13°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
12 km/h
Max gust 26 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Hotel rates moderate
- DocLisboa film festival
- Crowds thin
Cons
- DST ends — earlier sunsets
- Rain returning
- Beach season ending
October Events & Festivals
- DocLisboa film festival (mid-October)
- DST ends last Sunday October
- Web Summit (early November adjacent)
Lisbon in October — Full Picture
October is full autumn. Daytime 22°C, nighttime 14°C. Rain returning. DST ends last Sunday October — sunset shifts from 18:30 to 17:30.
DocLisboa (mid-October) is Portugal's biggest documentary film festival. Pre-Web Summit (early November) hotel demand starts building late October.
Last comfortable outdoor month. Beach swimming for hardier travelers.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Light jacket + sweater. Long pants. Layered approach for cooler evenings. Waterproof shoes returning.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
19.3°C
12°C
8.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
27°C
17.7°C
1.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current21.7°C
14°C
8/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
14.3°C
8.3°C
12.3/mo
Lisbon Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14° | 8° | 14d·110mm | 4.6h | 76% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 15° | 8° | 11d·80mm | 5.9h | 73% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 17° | 10° | 10d·60mm | 6.9h | 70% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 19° | 12° | 9d·60mm | 8.1h | 67% | 5 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 22° | 14° | 7d·45mm | 9.6h | 64% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 25° | 17° | 3d·16mm | 11h | 64% | 8 | Very busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 28° | 18° | 1d·4mm | 11.5h | 60% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 28° | 18° | 1d·6mm | 11h | 60% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 26° | 17° | 4d·25mm | 9h | 65% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| 22° | 14° | 8d·80mm | 6.6h | 71% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 17° | 11° | 12d·130mm | 5h | 78% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 14° | 9° | 12d·110mm | 4.6h | 77% | 2 | Moderate | Peak |
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Lisbon October Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is October a good time to visit Lisbon?
Lisbon in October is Good. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Lisbon in October?
Lisbon October averages a high of 22°C and a low of 14°C.
Does it rain much in Lisbon in October?
Lisbon October averages 80mm of rainfall over about 8 rainy days.
What should I wear in Lisbon in October?
Light jacket + sweater. Long pants. Layered approach for cooler evenings. Waterproof shoes returning.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Lisbon in October?
Lisbon October sunrise is 07:45 and sunset is 18:45, with 11h 00m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Lisbon in October?
Lisbon October air quality (AQI) averages 36, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 12μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Lisbon in October?
In October, Lisbon is great for DocLisboa film festival, Pena Palace autumn (uncrowded), Outdoor cafés (last weeks).
Is October peak season in Lisbon?
Lisbon October crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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