October weather forecast
Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

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Weather in October

With October’s arrival, autumn settles into Vila Franca de Xira, bringing a shift in the city’s weather patterns. The city witnesses temperatures drop from the highs of summer to a more moderate range between 14.8°C (58.6°F) and 23.8°C (74.8°F). An increased presence of rain fills the month, recording 33mm (1.3") of rainfall spread across ten days. These changes do not undercut the city’s sunshine-rich disposition, offering around seven brightly lit hours per day. As October concludes, November brings a more noticeable dip in temperatures and increased precipitation.

Temperature

In Vila Franca de Xira, entering October brings a subtle temperature decrement, reducing from September's 28.2°C (82.8°F) to a still moderately hot 23.8°C (74.8°F). In Vila Franca de Xira, an average nighttime temperature of 14.8°C (58.6°F) is expected during October.

Humidity

In Vila Franca de Xira, the average relative humidity in October is 68%.

Rainfall

In Vila Franca de Xira, during October, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal, there are 97 rainfall days, and 309mm (12.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Vila Franca de Xira, the average seawater temperature in October is 19.9°C (67.8°F).
Note: In 19.9°C (67.8°F), swimming is not an enjoyable activity for most. The challenge of managing one's breathing increases as the temperature goes under 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Vila Franca de Xira is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:32 and sunset at 19:18 WEST. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 17:36 WET.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 02:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from WEST to WET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 01:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from WET to WEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Vila Franca de Xira is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during October morphs into the following directions:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Vila Franca de Xira in October?

In October, in Vila Franca de Xira, the average high-temperature is 23.8°C (74.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 14.8°C (58.6°F). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Vila Franca de Xira?

The average relative humidity in October is 68%.

How much does it rain in Vila Franca de Xira in October?

In Vila Franca de Xira, during October, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of precipitation.

How cold is the water in October in Vila Franca de Xira?

In October, the average sea temperature in Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal, is 19.9°C (67.8°F). For most, swimming in 19.9°C (67.8°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

How many hours of daylight does Vila Franca de Xira have in October?

In October, the average day length in Vila Franca de Xira is 11h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Vila Franca de Xira?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 07:32 and sunset at 19:18 WEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 17:36 WET.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Vila Franca de Xira?

On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 02:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from WEST to WET. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 01:00.

How long on average sun shines in October in Vila Franca de Xira?

In Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal, the average sunshine duration in October is 7h.

How high is the UV index in October in Vila Franca de Xira?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in October
Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

Average temperature in October - Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal
  • Average high temperature in October: 23.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 14.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (16.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (7.7°C).

Average pressure in October
Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

Average pressure in October - Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal
  • Average pressure in October: 1016mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1022.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.6mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

Average wind speed in October - Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal
  • Average wind speed in October: 11km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (14.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (11km/h).

Average humidity in October
Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

Average humidity in October - Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal
  • Average humidity in October: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (64%).

Average rainfall in October
Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

Average rainfall in October - Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal
  • Average rainfall in October: 33mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (56mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

Average rainfall days in October - Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.2 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

Average sea temperature in October - Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal
  • Average sea temperature in October: 19.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (20°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (15.2°C).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

Average sunshine days in October - Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (15.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

Average UV index in October - Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

Average cloud cover in October - Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in October
Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

Average visibility in October - Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

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