Spain Weather in October

Season: Fall

In Short: Pleasant and moderate rainfall; temperature drops gradually 

Cycling in Autumn Madrid

The weather of Spain in October is pleasant, but the temperature varies greatly throughout the month. Most regions remain warm in early October, with average daytime temperature ranging from 14-26°C (57.2-78.8°F). In mid-October, temperature drops but remains pleasant overall. The average daytime temperature is 11-21°C (51.8-69.8°F). And late October witnesses further drop in temperature, bringing the autumn coolness, with the average daytime temperature decreasing to 7-16°C (44.6-60.8°F).

The average precipitation for October is 62mm, with the majority falling in mid- and late October, particularly in the northwestern and northern areas.

It gradually cools down in October, but overall, it is still a good time to travel. However, the climate is changeable, and it is recommended to check weather forecast of your destinations before going.

The warmest cities in Spain in October

Seville: 14-26°C (57.2-78.8°F); Córdoba: 12-25°C (53.6-77°F); Tenerife: 20-26°C (68-78.8°F)

The coldest cities in Spain in October

Avila: 6-16°C (42.8-60.8°F); Burgos: 5-16°C (51-60.8°F); Soria: 5-17°C (51-62.6°F)

Clothing Guide for Spain Tour in October 

In early October, it’s fine to wear short-sleeved shirts, shorts, skirts, and casual shoes during the day because it’s still warm. However, to stay warm in early morning and at night, a thin coat is required. In mid-October, there is a slight drop in temperature, so change into long-sleeved shirts, cardigans, hoodies, jeans or spring and autumn pants. Trench coats and thick coats are more useful to cope well with windy and cloudy days. It is even necessary to wear a light down jacket in some places in northern Spain. In general, temperatures are in a decline trend within October and you may need to bring clothes of varying thickness. 

In addition, ultraviolet rays are relatively strong, so wide-brimmed sun hat and sunglasses should be packed. Umbrellas or raincoats can help you deal with unexpected rainfall. 

Top Things to Do in Spain in October

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1. Join in National Day Celebrations in Madrid

October 12th, 2024 is National Day in Spain, commemorating Columbus’s arrival on the American continent. There will be celebrations throughout the country, but those in Madrid will be the grandest. You can see a grand military parade, parachuting and fighter jet performances. The festival will also be filled with events like fireworks, folk dances, concerts, and themed exhibits. In addition, many museums will be open to the public for free. Last but not least, you can visit Retiro Park to admire the red maple leaves and boat on the lake to appreciate colorful Madrid in autumn.

Palacio Real de Madrid

Puerta del Sol, Madrid

2. Have a Wine Tour in La Rioja

Autumn is the season of the grape harvest, and there is no better place to visit than La Rioja for a wine tour. There are more than 500 wineries here, known as the “heaven of wine”, where you can learn the winemaking process and taste different flavors of wine. The area will also host a grape harvest festival, with fireworks, street performances and other celebrations. You can also complete your wine tour by taking photos while walking among the vines, flying over the vineyards in hot air balloon, and enjoying wine beauty treatments.

3. Hiking in Asturias

The favorable temperatures in October offer perfect opportunity to reconnect with nature and participate in outdoor activities. To fully appreciate the autumn scenery, hiking in the Somiedo Natural Park and Picos de Europe is excellent option. When you’re tired, find a hillside where you can lie down and breathe fresh air. You can also visit Bosque de Muniellos to see the largest oak forest in Spain. The small town of Cudillero is a beautiful sight in Asturias, full of colorful houses that look very dreamy. The cuisine of Asturias is also not to be missed, Fabada, Cachopo and Sidra are all specialties worth trying.

October Weather of Major Spain Cities

City	Temp.	Rainfall (mm)	Humi- dity(%)	Sunrise/ Sunset
Madrid	10-19°C (50-66.2°F)	49	64	07:38-08:36 / 18:14-19:58
Valencia	14-24°C (57.2-75.2°F)	74	66	07:23-08:22 / 18:02-19:45
Barcelona	13-22°C (55.4-71.6°F)	91	75	07:16-08:14 / 17:49-19:34
Segovia	8-17°C (46.4-62.6°F)	46	65	07:40-08:39 / 18:14-19:59
Sevilla	14-26°C (57.2-78.8°F)	62	63	07:42-08:41 / 18:28-20:08
Granada	8-23°C (46.4-73.4°F)	42	64	07:32-08:32 / 18:19-19:58
Bilbao	11-21°C (51.8-69.8°F)	121	73	07:39-08:38 / 18:05-19:54
San Sebastián	12-18°C (53.6-64.4°F)	155	76	07:51-08:50 / 18:17-20:05
Salamanca	6-18°C (42.8-64.4°F)	39	73	07:46-08:45 / 18:21-20:05
Valladolid	6-18°C (42.8-64.4°F)	45	69	07:44-08:42/ 18:16-20:01
Malaga	14-24°C (57.2-75.2°F)	56	71	07:35-08:34 / 18:23-20:02
Toledo	10-21°C (50-69.8°F)	38	67	07:38-08:37 / 18:16-19:59
Córdoba	12-25°C (53.6-77°F)	62	68	07:38-08:37 / 18:22-20:03