What October feels like in Lisbon
October is mid-autumn in Lisbon. Daytime temperatures are mild — neither cold nor hot for walking around. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights stay mild and the temperature hardly changes after dark. The air is fairly humid, though at these temperatures it rarely feels oppressive.
Rain in Lisbon in October
It is a changeable month: rain comes about one day in 3, with dry spells in between. Each rainy day adds about 8.4 mm (0.3 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. Across the year Lisbon averages about 7.7 mm per rainy day, so October is typical. It is among the three wettest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in October
Mid-month, Lisbon gets 11 h 15 min of daylight, from sunrise near 7:44 am to sunset near 7:00 pm. Days are getting shorter: 1 h 15 min less daylight than in mid-September. Measured sunshine covers about 82% of the daylight — skies are mostly clear.
How October compares to the rest of the year
In Lisbon's temperature order, October sits as the 5th warmest month. Compared with September, afternoons are 3.1°C (5.6°F) cooler, with 44 mm more rain. November is cooler again. By November, typical highs are 17.4°C (63.3°F).
Who October suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — daytime temperatures are fine for walking around.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — comfortable for long walks and picnics.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
Tips for visiting Lisbon in October
Rain Protection
Keep a small umbrella in your bag and wear shoes that cope with puddles.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Lisbon in October?
Afternoons average 22.4°C (72.3°F) and nights about 16°C (60.8°F) — mild by most people's standards. It is the 5th warmest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Lisbon in October?
Quite a lot — 76 mm spread over about 9 days.
What should I wear in Lisbon in October?
Pack rain protection and sunglasses. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is October or November better for visiting Lisbon?
October scores better on our climate ranking (#7 of 12 vs #12), rated Great against Good. November is cooler and has more rainy days.