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Funchal in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Funchal in October and see if it is worth visiting.
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October

Weather in Funchal in October 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☁️
Cloudy
🌊
Comfortable water
Are you considering a trip to Funchal in October? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +22°C and about 4 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 13 rainy days and 57 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+22°C
Avg. max. temperature
+13°C
Min.
+31°C
Max.
57 mm
Total precipitation
70%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
4 ☀️
Sunny Days
14 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Funchal has good weather in October.

Average temperature in Funchal in October

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Funchal for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in October is +25°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +30°C during the day and a minimum of +17°C at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 46% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +27°C to +21°C.

Is Funchal warm or cold in October?

Funchal is typically mild in October.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +24°C to +22°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +20°C to +19°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Funchal:

Water temperature in Funchal in October

Water in Funchal in October is Comfortable. It varies from +22°C to +24°C, with an average of +23°C. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +22°C.

The water temperature in October is one of the warmest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Funchal are reached in September, when the average sea temperature rises to +24°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +18°C.

Can you swim in Funchal in October?

The water in Funchal 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.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Don’t forget a large beach towel or two for drying off.

Climate in Funchal in October

Funchal weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+24°C+22°C+20°C
Min. temperature
+16°C+13°C+11°C
Max. temperature
+31°C+31°C+26°C
Rainfall
27 mm57 mm68 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+24°C+23°C+22°C
Humidity
70%70%70%
Air pressure
1018 HPa1017 HPa1018 HPa
Sunny days
642
Cloudy days
141414
Rainy days
101313
Snowy days
000

October weather is still as good as in September. It’s getting colder in October. From +24°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +22°C. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 27 mm to 57 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 70%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 3 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 6 sunny days in September to 4 in October.

November brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Funchal in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Funchal is gradually increasing during October, going from 2 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Funchal based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in October stands at 42%, leading to total precipitation of around 201 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 85 mm, which is considered heavy rain. October is a pretty wet month with over 13 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Funchal wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 42% chance of precipitation and 92 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 10% chance of precipitation and 4 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last October in Funchal?

This is the weather in Funchal in October 2023:
1 October
☀️
+27°C
2 October
☀️
+27°C
3 October
☀️
+24°C
4 October
☀️
+24°C
5 October
☀️
+25°C
6 October
☀️
+25°C
7 October
☀️
+26°C
8 October
☀️
+29°C
9 October
☀️
+30°C
10 October
☀️
+28°C
11 October
☀️
+25°C
12 October
☀️
+29°C
13 October
☀️
+30°C
14 October
☀️
+28°C
15 October
☀️
+25°C
16 October
☀️
+28°C
17 October
☁️
+26°C
18 October
☀️
+26°C
19 October
🌧️
+27°C
20 October
🌧️
+22°C
21 October
🌧️
+22°C
22 October
🌧️
+23°C
23 October
☁️
+22°C
24 October
☀️
+23°C
25 October
☀️
+25°C
26 October
☀️
+25°C
27 October
🌧️
+23°C
28 October
☀️
+22°C
29 October
🌧️
+22°C
30 October
🌧️
+22°C
31 October
🌧️
+21°C
In October 2023 Funchal had 21 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 8 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +25°C, with an absolute maximum of +30°C and a minimum of +21°C. The average humidity was 71%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 25%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 16 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Funchal climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Funchal in October has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+19°C) and the highest in 2020 (+22°C). The driest year was 1994 with only 172 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 1641 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Funchal in October:

Is October a good time to visit Funchal?

October is a really good time to go to Funchal. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Funchal.

Can you sunbathe in Funchal in October?

October has mild temperatures in Funchal. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Funchal in October?

Yes, the water temperature in Funchal in October is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +23°C.

Is Funchal rainy in October?

Funchal is often rainy in October. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Funchal in October?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Funchal in October, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Portugal

Check out the weather for other cities in Portugal.

Monthly weather in Funchal

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Funchal, 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.