Monthly climate guide
Lisbon weather in October
With highs near 21°C (70°F) and lows around 17°C (62°F), October feels mild in Lisbon. Rainfall averages about 63 mm (some rain) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than September and 3°C warmer than November.
What stands out in October
- Comfortable temperatures make it easy to walk between Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery.
- Rain is above Lisbon's usual level, by about 52%.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 4°C).
- Just 30 km apart, but Lisbon runs about 4°C cooler than Setúbal this month.
Avg high
21°C
70°F
Avg low
17°C
62°F
Rainfall
63 mm
some rain
Humidity
80%
relative
Sky
59%
cloud · often cloudy
Lisbon weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C / 59°F | 11°C / 53°F | 55 mm | 81% | 64% |
| February | 15°C / 59°F | 11°C / 51°F | 37 mm | 79% | 58% |
| March | 16°C / 60°F | 12°C / 53°F | 63 mm | 79% | 59% |
| April | 17°C / 63°F | 13°C / 56°F | 61 mm | 80% | 60% |
| May | 20°C / 67°F | 15°C / 59°F | 36 mm | 79% | 53% |
| June | 21°C / 70°F | 17°C / 62°F | 7 mm | 79% | 50% |
| July | 22°C / 72°F | 18°C / 64°F | 3 mm | 81% | 49% |
| August | 23°C / 74°F | 18°C / 65°F | 4 mm | 81% | 42% |
| September | 23°C / 73°F | 18°C / 64°F | 21 mm | 80% | 48% |
| October | 21°C / 70°F | 17°C / 62°F | 63 mm | 80% | 59% |
| November | 18°C / 64°F | 14°C / 57°F | 98 mm | 81% | 63% |
| December | 16°C / 60°F | 12°C / 54°F | 49 mm | 82% | 61% |
What to pack for October
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is October a good time to visit Lisbon?
Our Lisbon guide recommends: March to May or September to October, avoiding the hottest and most crowded summer months.
Ride Tram 28 through the old town for classic views — but expect it to be crowded; an early morning ride avoids the worst of it.
Best time to visit Lisbon →Other Portugal cities in October
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Lisbon in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Lisbon?
October is a reasonable time for Lisbon: highs around 21°C and about 63 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Lisbon in October?
Average highs are about 21°C (70°F) and average lows about 17°C (62°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Lisbon in October?
Lisbon typically gets around 63 mm of rain in October — some rain.
When is the best time to visit Lisbon?
March to May or September to October, avoiding the hottest and most crowded summer months.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Lisbon (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.