Can you still go to the beach in Portugal in October?

One of the finest months to visit Portugal, October brings a riot of fall colors and some glorious clear days. While rains begin to fall on the north, the south is still largely sunny, making this a terrific time for coastal hiking, slow touring in the rural interior and even the odd beach day.



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You can swim in the ocean comfortably from March until October. And in the winter months, you can take long refreshing beach walks. Find out what the weather in the Algarve is like from January until December.

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Some days in the month are still likely to be warm enough for sunbathing on the south coast and (if you're brave and don't mind the chilly water) swimming.

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September and October are two of the best months to visit Portugal. The weather is still warm and pleasant, and the temperatures are much more manageable for sightseeing or hiking. It's also a wonderful time to visit many of Portugal's wineries with the grape harvest in full swing.

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The best time to go to Portugal, specifically in Lisbon is again during the shoulder season. Similar to Porto, the sweet spot for visiting Lisbon is during the shoulder seasons of May-June and September-October.

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October and even November are surprisingly nice in the Algarve. The temperatures are around 22 degrees on average, but trust me, it feels way toastier during the day. Forget about those rainy days back home and get ready to enjoy one of Europe's sunniest destinations.

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Algarve is the hottest region of Portugal, with the exception of Madeira Island (an archipelago of Portugal). In the Alentejo region the average temperatures are around 16ºC (depending on if you are on the coast or in the interior) and in the Algarve region 18ºC.

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On a countrywide level, Spain's weather in October is mild and pleasant, with average temperature ranges of about 55 to 75°F (12-23°C). The north is getting colder and rainier, while the south is still mostly warm and dry.

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October is when the tourist season starts to unwind, but many experts regard these last few weeks as the among the very best, and not just because the weather is starting to get miserable at home. In the Greek islands, the sun will almost certainly be shining all day and the sea will be deliciously warm for swimming.

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If heat and sun are what you're after, then you'll want to head to the island of Tenerife in October. Tenerife is the hottest of all the Canary Islands in October, reaching average maximum temperatures of 26°C.

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The cost of living in Portugal is generally considered about 46 percent cheaper than in the United States. This, coupled with the country's excellent quality of life, beautiful beaches, stunning mountain ranges, reliable public transport, and rich history and culture, make it very easy to fall in love with Portugal.

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In the Canary Islands, the best places are Gran Canaria (23ºC), Tenerife (23ºC), Lanzarote (22ºC) and Fuerteventura (22ºC). Taking into account all these factors, the European destination with the best weather in October is Cyprus with average daily highs of 26°C, 9 hours of daily sunshine and sea temperatures of 24ºC.

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It's all possible in Spain. The Costa del Sol and the Cabo de Gata in Andalusia, the Canary Islands, and the Costa Blanca are all destinations where you'll find a climate of eternal springtime practically all year round. You'll find it perfectly possible to take a dip at the beach and then relax in the sun.

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