Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Lisbon in October
Lisbon edges cooler than September, with highs of 69°F (20°C), lows of 62°F (16°C) and about 3.1 in (79 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 78/100 is still Good, though it ranks 10th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 69°F (20°C)
- Avg low
- 62°F (16°C)
- Rain
- 3.1 in (79 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 58%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 58 min
- Comfort score
- 78/100 · Great
What October feels like
Days are mild at around 69°F (20°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 62°F (16°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.1 in (79 mm).
Plan around October
October is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are April – September.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (October – December), which brings about 9.3 in (235 mm) in total.
- Comfort slips from 86/100 in September to 78/100.
- Our Portugal by Rail route recommends Apr – Jun, so October falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for October
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 62°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.1 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Lisbon in October
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Miradouro da Senhora do Monte
The city's highest viewpoint, looking over the castle and river.
Why now October scores 78/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Tram 28
Vintage yellow tram climbing through Graça, Alfama and Baixa.
Pena Palace
Romantic hilltop palace in bright colors above Sintra, 40 minutes by train.
Jerónimos Monastery
Manueline monastery with a carved cloister and Vasco da Gama's tomb.
Cervejaria Ramiro
Bustling seafood beer hall famous for garlic prawns and a steak sandwich to finish.
Nearby in October
- Coimbra in October~109 mi · highs 75°F, 4.7 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Porto in October~170 mi · highs 68°F, 5.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Seville in October~195 mi · highs 79°F, 2.8 in rain · 6°C (11°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Córdoba in October~243 mi · highs 79°F, 2.7 in rain · 6°C (10°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Lisbon in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Lisbon?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 78/100, held back mainly by humidity. The best months are April – September. Expect highs of 69°F (20°C) and 3.1 in (79 mm) of rain. Our Portugal by Rail route recommends Apr – Jun, so October is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Lisbon in October?
Average highs are 69°F (20°C) and average lows 62°F (16°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Lisbon in October?
Some: about 3.1 in (79 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 21.3 in (541 mm).
What should I pack for Lisbon in October?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 62°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.1 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Lisbon in October?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.