AI-generatedCaldas da Rainha at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 26°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 18.6°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,890 h
- Rain a year
- 601 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+0 / UTC+1
- Elevation
- 60 m
Climate in Caldas da Rainha
Caldas da Rainha has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 26 °C, while January is the coolest at 15 °C. With around 2,890 hours of sunshine a year, Caldas da Rainha is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.0 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Caldas da Rainha
The best time to visit Caldas da Rainha is from June to September. The sea stays too cool for a classic beach holiday: even in August it only reaches 18.6 °C. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable all year round except in January. The wettest month is November with 90 mm of precipitation.
Caldas da Rainha through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Caldas da Rainha in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 18–21 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 8.7 h of sun a day
- 26 rainy days in all
Caldas da Rainha in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 24–26 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 10.8 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days in all
Caldas da Rainha in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 18–25 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 6.9 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days in all
Caldas da Rainha in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 15–16 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 5.1 h of sun a day
- 29 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
All year except Jan
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
Best time to visit: June – September
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 15°
- Midday, 13:00: about 21°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 22°
- Evening, 20:00: about 19°
- Night, 23:00: about 17°
07:4518:59
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 07:28–08:21 · evening 18:23–19:16
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:18–07:28 · evening 19:16–19:26
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Caldas da Rainha compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 23° at the start of the month to 20° at the end. The sea cools from 18° to 17°. The days get 1.2 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 23° | 20° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 13° |
| Sea | 18° | 17° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.6 h |
What is the weather like in Caldas da Rainha in October?
In October, Caldas da Rainha is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 18.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 79 mm in total. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Caldas da Rainha.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 14 min07:45 – 18:59
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 1 daydew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 22 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 53 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+1offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %48 %
- Seaweight 25 %16 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %62 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %59 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Wetsuit for longer swims
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Caldas da Rainha
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
August has the better holiday weather in Caldas da Rainha: score 81 against 45. In August, days are 4 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 1 °C warmer in August. August has 9 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 4 hours longer a day in August.
| Month | October | August |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 45 | 81better |
| Daytime high | 22° | 26° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 17° |
| Sea | 18.1° | 18.6° |
| Sunshine | 6.7 h | 10.5 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 10 | 1better |
| Rainfall | 79 mm | 5 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 1better | 3 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Caldas da Rainha month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
18January15° · Sea 15° · 5.0 h
In January, Caldas da Rainha is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 14.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 80 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Caldas da Rainha.
Caldas da Rainha in January24February16° · Sea 14° · 6.1 h
In February, Caldas da Rainha is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 14.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 55 mm. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Caldas da Rainha.
Caldas da Rainha in February27March18° · Sea 14° · 7.6 h
In March, Caldas da Rainha is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 14.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 64 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Caldas da Rainha.
Caldas da Rainha in March31April19° · Sea 15° · 8.7 h
In April, Caldas da Rainha is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 56 mm in total. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Caldas da Rainha.
Caldas da Rainha in April50May21° · Sea 16° · 9.9 h
In May, Caldas da Rainha is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 16.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. With around 9.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 41 mm. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Caldas da Rainha.
Caldas da Rainha in May69June24° · Sea 18° · 10.8 h
In June, Caldas da Rainha is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 17.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 10.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 12 mm in total. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Caldas da Rainha.
Caldas da Rainha in June79July25° · Sea 18° · 11.0 h
In July, Caldas da Rainha is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 18.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 11.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Caldas da Rainha.
Caldas da Rainha in July81August26° · Sea 19° · 10.5 h
In August, Caldas da Rainha is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 18.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 10.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Caldas da Rainha.
Caldas da Rainha in August77September25° · Sea 19° · 8.8 h
In September, Caldas da Rainha is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 18.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 32 mm in total. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Caldas da Rainha.
Caldas da Rainha in September45October22° · Sea 18° · 6.7 h
In October, Caldas da Rainha is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 18.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 79 mm in total. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Caldas da Rainha.
Caldas da Rainha in October18November18° · Sea 17° · 5.3 h
In November, Caldas da Rainha is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 16.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 90 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Caldas da Rainha.
Caldas da Rainha in November15December16° · Sea 16° · 4.3 h
In December, Caldas da Rainha is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 15.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 84 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Caldas da Rainha.
Caldas da Rainha in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Caldas da Rainha
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
PleasantOctober: nights around 15°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 1 day (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (9°), the warmest in August (17°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from June to October.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 18 | 15° | 9° | 14.8° | 5.0 h | 10 | 80 |
| FebruaryFeb | 24 | 16° | 9° | 14.2° | 6.1 h | 8 | 55 |
| MarchMar | 27 | 18° | 10° | 14.3° | 7.6 h | 10 | 64 |
| AprilApr | 31 | 19° | 12° | 15.2° | 8.7 h | 10 | 56 |
| MayMay | 50 | 21° | 14° | 16.2° | 9.9 h | 6 | 41 |
| JuneJun | 69 | 24° | 16° | 17.6° | 10.8 h | 3 | 12 |
| JulyJul | 79 | 25° | 17° | 18.2° | 11.0 h | 1 | 4 |
| AugustAug | 81 | 26° | 17° | 18.6° | 10.5 h | 1 | 5 |
| SeptemberSep | 77 | 25° | 16° | 18.6° | 8.8 h | 5 | 32 |
| OctoberOct | 45 | 22° | 15° | 18.1° | 6.7 h | 10 | 79 |
| NovemberNov | 18 | 18° | 12° | 16.9° | 5.3 h | 11 | 90 |
| DecemberDec | 15 | 16° | 10° | 15.5° | 4.3 h | 10 | 84 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Caldas da Rainha
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 17.0 – 19.2 °C
Swimming season: Always below 20 °C
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Caldas da Rainha ranges from 14.2 °C in February to 18.6 °C in August. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 17.7 and 19.7 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 14.8° | 14.1° | 15.8° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 14.2° | 13.3° | 15.0° | cold |
| MarchMar | 14.3° | 13.6° | 15.0° | cold |
| AprilApr | 15.2° | 14.3° | 16.3° | cold |
| MayMay | 16.2° | 15.3° | 17.1° | cold |
| JuneJun | 17.6° | 16.7° | 18.4° | fresh |
| JulyJul | 18.2° | 17.5° | 18.9° | fresh |
| AugustAug | 18.6° | 17.7° | 19.7° | fresh |
| SeptemberSep | 18.6° | 17.5° | 19.6° | fresh |
| OctoberOct | 18.1° | 17.0° | 19.2° | fresh |
| NovemberNov | 16.9° | 15.5° | 18.1° | cold |
| DecemberDec | 15.5° | 14.7° | 16.6° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Caldas da Rainha
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 6.7 of 11.2 hours of daylight in Caldas da Rainha, 60 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Caldas da Rainha: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Caldas da Rainha has about 10 rainy days with 79 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Caldas da Rainha
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 4 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 10).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 30 min
- Fair skin
- about 40 min
- Light brown skin
- about 55 min
- Olive skin
- about 70 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Caldas da Rainha
How breezy and how cloudy Caldas da Rainha is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Caldas da Rainha typically peaks at 22 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 53 % of the sky over Caldas da Rainha: variable cloud, with about 6.7 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Caldas da Rainha
How often the day gets hot in Caldas da Rainha (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Caldas da Rainha has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 22 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
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Caldas da Rainha in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Caldas da Rainha has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 80) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 17).
- 30
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 8.4 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 54
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 10.1 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 80
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 10.7 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 45
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 17
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 15 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 4.7 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 2 h 20 min
- Distance
- 1,500 km
- Time zone
- UTC+1
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Caldas da Rainha vs Óbidos
In October the holiday weather in Caldas da Rainha and Óbidos is about equally good (score 45 vs 45). During the day it is about as warm in Óbidos as in Caldas da Rainha. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Caldas da Rainha | Óbidos |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 45 | 45 |
| Daytime high | 22° | 22° |
| Sea | 18° | 18° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 10 | 10 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Jun – Sep |
Through the year
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- 22Caldas da RainhaThis page22°18°45
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Frequently asked questions about Caldas da Rainha
When is the best time to visit Caldas da Rainha?
The best time to visit Caldas da Rainha is from June to September. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Caldas da Rainha?
The sea temperature in Caldas da Rainha ranges from 14.2 °C in February to 18.6 °C in August. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
Can you swim in Caldas da Rainha in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 18.1 °C. Comfortable swimming temperatures are not reached at any time of year.
What is the warmest month in Caldas da Rainha?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 26 °C and nights around 17 °C. January is the coolest month at 15 °C.
When does it rain most in Caldas da Rainha?
The wettest month is November with 90 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 4 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Caldas da Rainha get?
Caldas da Rainha gets around 2,890 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.0 hours a day; in December there are 4.3 hours a day.
What time zone is Caldas da Rainha in?
Caldas da Rainha is on UTC+0 in January and UTC+1 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Caldas da Rainha?
A nonstop flight from London to Caldas da Rainha takes about 2 h 20 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,500 km.
Which school holidays are best for Caldas da Rainha?
Caldas da Rainha has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 80) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 17). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 30, May half-term 54, summer holidays 80, October half-term 45, Christmas holidays 17.