October verdict

Spain in October

Weather score50Mixed

Mixed for holiday weather

Average highs are around 21°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 6h per day, enough for a balanced month. Rainfall averages 73mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.

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October weather

Monthly averages

Temp

21°C

Rain

73mm

Sun

6h

Sea

14°C

Weather score

50

Mixed

Seasonal climate calendar

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Trip feel

Mild

Average highs are around 21°C, so days are mild rather than hot.

Drier

Rainfall averages 73mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.

Some sun

Sunshine averages 6h per day, enough for a balanced month.

Cool sea

Sea temperatures average 14°C, so the water can feel cool.

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Temperature

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October21°C average high

October is close to Spain's yearly temperature average, giving a typical read on daytime heat.

Warmest monthsJune to September

This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.

October73mm average rain

October is one of Spain's wettest months, so rain is likely to be a major planning factor.

Driest monthsJune to September

This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.

October6 hours average sun

October is below Spain's yearly sunshine average, so bright-day planning is less reliable than in peak months.

Brightest monthsJune to August

This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.

Sea temperature

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October14°C average sea

October sits in the warmer sea-temperature season, usually making swimming easier to enjoy.

Warmest seaJuly to September

Sea temperatures are usually near 14°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.

Weather score

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October50 weather score

October sits close to Spain's yearly weather-score average, giving a typical overall read on the month.

Best weather monthsJune to September

These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.

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