October weather forecast
Lagos, Portugal

October

Weather in October

From September heights, October in Lagos begins to mark a descent into cooler months. Nevertheless, it retains sufficient warmth for jubilant beach outings and adventurous maritime explorations. As autumn colors start to paint the city, local markets come alive with chestnuts and local produce. Surprisingly, the change doesn't disrupt golfers who find this period agreeable for their games. Showers reappear significantly with a notable rise in precipitation to 11mm (0.43").

Temperature

With the onset of October, a modest change to a pleasant 21.8°C (71.2°F) from September's 23.8°C (74.8°F) is noted in high-temperature. Lagos, in October, registers a nighttime average temperature of 18.4°C (65.1°F).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Lagos, during October, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of precipitation. In Lagos, during the entire year, the rain falls for 70.2 days and collects up to 95mm (3.74") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Lagos, the average seawater temperature in October is 21°C (69.8°F).
Note: Swimming is not a pleasurable activity for most people when the water temperature is 21°C (69.8°F). Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature drops from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:30 and sunset at 19:17 WEST. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 17:38 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

In October, the average sunshine is 7.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during October morphs into the following directions:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?
During October, Lagos experiences an average high-temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F) and a low-temperature of 18.4°C (65.1°F).
What is the average humidity in October in Lagos?
In Lagos, the average relative humidity in October is 74%.
How many days does it rain in October?
In Lagos, during October, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of precipitation.
How cold is the water in October?
In Lagos, in October, the average water temperature is 21°C (69.8°F). Swimming in 21°C (69.8°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).
How many hours of daylight does Lagos have in October?
In Lagos, the average day length in October is 11h and 14min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in October?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:30 and sunset at 19:17 WEST. On the last day of the month, in Lagos, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 17:38 WET.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October?
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?
The average sunshine duration in October is 7.7h.
What is the UV index intensity in October?
In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Lagos, Portugal, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October - Lagos, Portugal
Average temperature in October
Lagos, Portugal
  • Average high temperature in October: 21.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (15.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 18.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (19.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (11.8°C).

Average pressure in October - Lagos, Portugal
Average pressure in October
Lagos, Portugal
  • Average pressure in October: 1016.2mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1022.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.6mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Lagos, Portugal
Average wind speed in October
Lagos, Portugal
  • Average wind speed in October: 15.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (20.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (14.6km/h).

Average humidity in October - Lagos, Portugal
Average humidity in October
Lagos, Portugal
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (71%).

Average rainfall in October - Lagos, Portugal
Average rainfall in October
Lagos, Portugal
  • Average rainfall in October: 11mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (19mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Lagos, Portugal
Average rainfall days in October
Lagos, Portugal
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (11 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.1 days).

Average sea temperature in October - Lagos, Portugal
Average sea temperature in October
Lagos, Portugal
  • Average sea temperature in October: 21°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (21.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (16°C).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lagos, Portugal
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Lagos, Portugal
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October - Lagos, Portugal
Average sunshine days in October
Lagos, Portugal
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (16.4 days).

Average UV index in October - Lagos, Portugal
Average UV index in October
Lagos, Portugal
  • Average UV index in October: 5

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, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in October - Lagos, Portugal
Average cloud cover in October
Lagos, Portugal
  • Average cloud cover in October: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 33).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in October - Lagos, Portugal
Average visibility in October
Lagos, Portugal
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

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

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