01Weather
Lisbon weather in October
Afternoons in October average 23.9 °C (75 °F) and nights cool to 16.6 °C (62 °F). The month brings about 101 mm (4.0 in) of rain spread over roughly 8 days. Compared with September it is 2.8 °C cooler; November is 5.6 °C cooler again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical October | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 29 °C / 84 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 20 °C / 68 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 14 °C / 57 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 2.4 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 0.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 25 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest October day 2016–2025 | 34.4 °C / 9.0 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 October | 07:32 | 19:19 | 11.8 h |
| 15 October | 07:45 | 18:58 | 11.2 h |
| 31 October | 07:02 | 17:37 | 10.6 h |
Daylight shrinks by about 72 minutes over the month. Times are local (Europe/Lisbon), including the clock change on the last Sunday of October.
03Crowds
How busy Lisbon is in October
busy The main sights are busy in October. What drives it:
- Republic Day on 5 October
- Lisbon Marathon
- mild autumn
- Web Summit in November fills hotels early
04Public holidays
Public holidays in October 2027
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 5 Oct 2027 | Republic Day |
On public holidays many shops close and museums run on Sunday hours; check opening times for the day before and after as well.
05Events
What's on in Lisbon in October
Every year in October
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lisbon Marathon | October | sport |
| Doclisboa | October, documentary festival | culture |
07Packing
What to pack for Lisbon in October
- layers: t-shirt plus a light jacket for evenings
- comfortable walking shoes
- a compact umbrella for occasional showers
- something for heat: 2 days a month pass 30 °C on average
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
October is mild and golden, with afternoons around 23 °C, Republic Day on 5 October as a holiday, the Marathon along the river in mid-October, Doclisboa documentary festival and the first autumn rain in the second half, on about seven days. It is excellent value with pleasant weather, though Web Summit in November already pushes early-November bookings. The clocks go back on the last Sunday.
The sea is around 19 °C and the beaches are quiet. The Jerónimos and Belém queues shorten by mid-month. Sintra is at its best in the autumn light. Daylight shrinks from twelve hours to eleven. For the wetter month with Web Summit and the Christmas lights, see November.
09Compare
Lisbon month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16 °C | 9 °C | 9 | – | quiet | Good |
| February | 17 °C | 10 °C | 10 | – | quiet | Good |
| March | 18 °C | 11 °C | 8 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| April | 21 °C | 13 °C | 9 | – | busy | Excellent |
| May | 24 °C | 15 °C | 4 | – | busy | Excellent |
| June | 26 °C | 17 °C | 3 | – | very busy | Good |
| July | 28 °C | 19 °C | 0 | – | very busy | Good |
| August | 29 °C | 19 °C | 1 | – | very busy | Good |
| September | 27 °C | 18 °C | 4 | – | busy | Excellent |
| October | 24 °C | 17 °C | 8 | – | busy | Excellent |
| November | 18 °C | 13 °C | 10 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| December | 16 °C | 10 °C | 9 | – | moderate | Good |
Not sure about October? See the best time to visit Lisbon.
10Elsewhere
October in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Barcelona in October | 23 °C | 6 |
| Paris in October | 17 °C | 12 |
| London in October | 15 °C | 10 |
| Dublin in October | 15 °C | 13 |
| Rome in October | 23 °C | 6 |
| Amsterdam in October | 15 °C | 11 |
11FAQ
Lisbon in October: your questions
Is October a good time to visit Lisbon?
October is one of the best months to visit Lisbon. Daytime highs average 24 °C (75 °F), rain falls on about 8 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are busy.
What is the weather like in Lisbon in October?
Expect mild days around 24 °C (75 °F) and nights near 17 °C (62 °F). One October in ten brings afternoons above 29 °C, and one in ten stays below 20 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Lisbon in October?
October brings about 101 mm (4.0 in) of rain over roughly 8 days, which is fairly dry by Lisbon standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 25 percent.
What should I wear in Lisbon in October?
Pack layers: t-shirt plus a light jacket for evenings, comfortable walking shoes, a compact umbrella for occasional showers.
Is Lisbon crowded in October?
The main sights are busy in October. Main drivers: Republic Day on 5 October; Lisbon Marathon; mild autumn.
What time does it get dark in Lisbon in October?
Around the middle of October the sun sets at about 18:58 and rises at 07:45, giving 11.2 hours of daylight.