Are you considering a trip to Alicante in October? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +23°C and about 15 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 8 rainy days and 39 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
October is usually the wettest month of the year in Alicante;
Average weather
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+23°C
Avg. max. temperature
+7°C
Min.
+34°C
Max.
39 mm
Total precipitation
68%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
15 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
8 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Alicante has good weather in October.
Average temperature in Alicante in October
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Alicante for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in October is +26°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +31°C during the day and a minimum of +13°C at night.
The average maximum temperature goes down 56% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +31°C to +21°C.
Is Alicante warm or cold in October?
Alicante is typically warm in October.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +26°C to +23°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +20°C to +17°C.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Alicante:
Water temperature in Alicante in October
Water in Alicante in October is Comfortable. It varies from +21°C to +25°C, with an average of +23°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +23°C.
In October, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Alicante are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +26°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +14°C.
Can you swim in Alicante in October?
The water in Alicante in October is pretty comfortable (+23°C in average). Ideal for swimming, especially in outdoor pools and open water. Suitable for recreational and casual swimmers.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
Don’t forget a large beach towel or two for drying off.
Climate in Alicante in October
Alicante weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
September
October
November
Avg. temperature
+26°C
+23°C
+19°C
Min. temperature
+12°C
+7°C
+3°C
Max. temperature
+37°C
+34°C
+29°C
Rainfall
34 mm
39 mm
35 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+25°C
+23°C
+20°C
Humidity
67%
68%
66%
Air pressure
1015 HPa
1016 HPa
1016 HPa
Sunny days
16
15
15
Cloudy days
6
7
6
Rainy days
6
8
8
Snowy days
0
0
0
October typically has worse weather conditions compared to September.It’s getting colder in October. From +26°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +23°C.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 34 mm to 39 mm.Humidity rises from 67% to 68%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 2 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 16 sunny days in September to 15 in October.
November brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Alicante in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Alicante is gradually increasing during October, going from 1 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Alicante based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in October stands at 10%, leading to total precipitation of around 7 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 5 mm, which is considered light rain.Alicante is amazing in October with as little as 3 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
October is one of the rainiest months in Alicante, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Alicante wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 26% chance of precipitation and 39 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 3 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last October in Alicante?
This is the weather in Alicante in October 2023:
1 October
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+31°C
2 October
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+28°C
3 October
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+27°C
4 October
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+26°C
5 October
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+27°C
6 October
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+26°C
7 October
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+26°C
8 October
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+26°C
9 October
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+26°C
10 October
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+26°C
11 October
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+26°C
12 October
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+26°C
13 October
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+27°C
14 October
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+27°C
15 October
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+28°C
16 October
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+27°C
17 October
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+25°C
18 October
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+31°C
19 October
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+25°C
20 October
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+24°C
21 October
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+23°C
22 October
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+23°C
23 October
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+25°C
24 October
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+25°C
25 October
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+26°C
26 October
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+26°C
27 October
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+24°C
28 October
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+24°C
29 October
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+23°C
30 October
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+24°C
31 October
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+21°C
In October 2023 Alicante had 31 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +26°C, with an absolute maximum of +31°C and a minimum of +21°C. The average humidity was 70%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 38%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Alicante climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Alicante in October has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1993 (+20°C) and the highest in 2022 (+24°C). The driest year was 1995 with only 126 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 672 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Alicante in October:
Is October a good time to visit Alicante?
October is a really good time to go to Alicante. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Alicante.
Can you sunbathe in Alicante in October?
October is warm in Alicante. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Alicante in October?
Yes, the water temperature in Alicante in October is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +23°C.
Is Alicante rainy in October?
Alicante is usually dry in October. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Alicante in October?
The amount of sunny days in Alicante during October varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Alicante, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.