AI-generatedMatosinhos at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 29°
- Warmest sea
- Sep · 17.4°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,470 h
- Rain a year
- 1,405 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+0 / UTC+1
- Elevation
- 17 m
Climate in Matosinhos
Matosinhos has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 29 °C, while January is the coolest at 15 °C. With around 2,470 hours of sunshine a year, Matosinhos is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 10.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Matosinhos
The best time to visit Matosinhos is from June to September. The sea stays too cool for a classic beach holiday: even in September it only reaches 17.4 °C. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from February to March, from May to June and in September. Rain is frequent in April and from October to January; the wettest month is October with 202 mm.
Matosinhos through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Matosinhos in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 19–23 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 34 rainy days in all
Matosinhos in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 26–29 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 9.9 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days in all
Matosinhos in autumn
Sep – Nov
Poor
- 17–27 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 5.8 h of sun a day
- 34 rainy days in all
Matosinhos in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 15–16 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 4.0 h of sun a day
- 37 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Feb – Mar, May – Jun, Sep
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Apr, Oct – Jan
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: June – August
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Poor
Best time to visit: June – September
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 14°
- Midday, 13:00: about 21°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 22°
- Evening, 20:00: about 19°
- Night, 23:00: about 16°
07:4518:56
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 07:28–08:22 · evening 18:18–19:13
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:17–07:28 · evening 19:13–19:24
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 Matosinhos compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 24° at the start of the month to 20° at the end. The sea cools from 17° to 16°. The days get 1.3 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 24° | 20° |
| Night-time low | 14° | 11° |
| Sea | 17° | 16° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.5 h |
What is the weather like in Matosinhos in October?
In October, Matosinhos is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 17.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 202 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Matosinhos.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 11 min07:45 – 18:56
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 20 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 57 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 1 day30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+1offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %57 %
- Seaweight 25 %0 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %42 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %34 %
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 Matosinhos
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 Matosinhos: score 76 against 35. In August, days are 7 °C warmer than in October. The sea is about as warm in both months. August has 9 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 4 hours longer a day in August.
| Month | October | August |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 35 | 76better |
| Daytime high | 22° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 13° | 17° |
| Sea | 17.0° | 17.3° |
| Sunshine | 5.5 h | 9.8 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 13 | 4better |
| Rainfall | 202 mm | 26 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 5 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Matosinhos month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
9January15° · Sea 14° · 3.7 h
In January, Matosinhos is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 13.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 178 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Matosinhos.
Matosinhos in January18February16° · Sea 13° · 5.1 h
In February, Matosinhos is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 13.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 112 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Matosinhos.
Matosinhos in February20March19° · Sea 14° · 6.2 h
In March, Matosinhos is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 13.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 143 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Matosinhos.
Matosinhos in March30April20° · Sea 15° · 7.4 h
In April, Matosinhos is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 14.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 130 mm in total. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Matosinhos.
Matosinhos in April52May23° · Sea 16° · 8.5 h
In May, Matosinhos is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 15.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 94 mm in total. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Matosinhos.
Matosinhos in May71June26° · Sea 17° · 9.6 h
In June, Matosinhos is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 16.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. With around 9.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 45 mm. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Matosinhos.
Matosinhos in June75July28° · Sea 17° · 10.3 h
In July, Matosinhos is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 17.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 10.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 23 mm in total. On about 8 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Matosinhos.
Matosinhos in July76August29° · Sea 17° · 9.8 h
In August, Matosinhos is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 17.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 26 mm in total. On about 9 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Matosinhos.
Matosinhos in August69September27° · Sea 17° · 7.9 h
In September, Matosinhos is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 17.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 71 mm. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Matosinhos.
Matosinhos in September35October22° · Sea 17° · 5.5 h
In October, Matosinhos is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 17.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 202 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Matosinhos.
Matosinhos in October9November17° · Sea 16° · 3.9 h
In November, Matosinhos is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 15.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 188 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Matosinhos.
Matosinhos in November7December15° · Sea 14° · 3.3 h
In December, Matosinhos is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 14.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.3 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 193 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Matosinhos.
Matosinhos in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Matosinhos
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
CoolOctober: nights around 13°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in January (6°), the warmest in August (17°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from June to September. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from December to February, so the room should be heated.
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 | 9 | 15° | 6° | 13.7° | 3.7 h | 13 | 178 |
| FebruaryFeb | 18 | 16° | 7° | 13.4° | 5.1 h | 10 | 112 |
| MarchMar | 20 | 19° | 8° | 13.8° | 6.2 h | 12 | 143 |
| AprilApr | 30 | 20° | 10° | 14.7° | 7.4 h | 12 | 130 |
| MayMay | 52 | 23° | 13° | 15.6° | 8.5 h | 10 | 94 |
| JuneJun | 71 | 26° | 15° | 16.7° | 9.6 h | 7 | 45 |
| JulyJul | 75 | 28° | 17° | 17.0° | 10.3 h | 4 | 23 |
| AugustAug | 76 | 29° | 17° | 17.3° | 9.8 h | 4 | 26 |
| SeptemberSep | 69 | 27° | 16° | 17.4° | 7.9 h | 7 | 71 |
| OctoberOct | 35 | 22° | 13° | 17.0° | 5.5 h | 13 | 202 |
| NovemberNov | 9 | 17° | 10° | 15.7° | 3.9 h | 14 | 188 |
| DecemberDec | 7 | 15° | 7° | 14.3° | 3.3 h | 14 | 193 |
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 Matosinhos
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 15.6 – 18.6 °C
Swimming season: Always below 20 °C
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Matosinhos ranges from 13.4 °C in February to 17.4 °C in September. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in September, while the air already peaks in August. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in September, eight out of ten years were between 15.8 and 18.7 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 13.7° | 12.8° | 14.7° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 13.4° | 12.6° | 14.1° | cold |
| MarchMar | 13.8° | 12.7° | 14.4° | cold |
| AprilApr | 14.7° | 13.6° | 16.0° | cold |
| MayMay | 15.6° | 14.6° | 16.7° | cold |
| JuneJun | 16.7° | 15.9° | 17.8° | cold |
| JulyJul | 17.0° | 16.0° | 18.1° | fresh |
| AugustAug | 17.3° | 16.3° | 18.4° | fresh |
| SeptemberSep | 17.4° | 15.8° | 18.7° | fresh |
| OctoberOct | 17.0° | 15.6° | 18.6° | fresh |
| NovemberNov | 15.7° | 14.1° | 17.2° | cold |
| DecemberDec | 14.3° | 13.2° | 15.5° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Matosinhos
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 5.5 of 11.2 hours of daylight in Matosinhos, 49 % 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 Matosinhos: 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, Matosinhos has about 13 rainy days with 202 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Matosinhos
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 35 min
- Fair skin
- about 45 min
- Light brown skin
- about 60 min
- Olive skin
- about 80 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 Matosinhos
How breezy and how cloudy Matosinhos 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 Matosinhos typically peaks at 20 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: all year except Sep.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 57 % of the sky over Matosinhos: variable cloud, with about 5.5 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 Matosinhos
How often the day gets hot in Matosinhos (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, Matosinhos has about 1 hot day, 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
Planning a trip to Matosinhos
Weather for your travel dates
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Matosinhos 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.
Matosinhos has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 76) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 8).
- 27
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 56
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 8.7 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 76
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
GoodBest holidays
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 10.0 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
- 35
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 5.5 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 8
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 15 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 3.5 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 2 h 5 min
- Distance
- 1,310 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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Matosinhos vs Porto
In October the holiday weather in Matosinhos and Porto is about equally good (score 35 vs 31). During the day it is about as warm in Porto as in Matosinhos. The sea is about equally warm. Porto gets one hour less sunshine a day.
| in October | Matosinhos | Porto |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 35 | 31 |
| Daytime high | 22° | 22° |
| Sea | 17° | 17° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 13 | 13 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | May – Sep |
Through the year
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- 30MatosinhosThis page22°17°35
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Frequently asked questions about Matosinhos
When is the best time to visit Matosinhos?
The best time to visit Matosinhos 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 Matosinhos?
The sea temperature in Matosinhos ranges from 13.4 °C in February to 17.4 °C in September. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
Can you swim in Matosinhos in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 17.0 °C. Comfortable swimming temperatures are not reached at any time of year.
What is the warmest month in Matosinhos?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 29 °C and nights around 17 °C. January is the coolest month at 15 °C.
When does it rain most in Matosinhos?
Rain is frequent in April and from October to January; the wettest month is October with 202 mm. The driest month is July with 23 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Matosinhos get?
Matosinhos gets around 2,470 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 10.3 hours a day; in December there are 3.3 hours a day.
What time zone is Matosinhos in?
Matosinhos is on UTC+0 in January and UTC+1 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Matosinhos?
A nonstop flight from London to Matosinhos takes about 2 h 5 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,310 km.
Which school holidays are best for Matosinhos?
Matosinhos has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 76) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 8). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 27, May half-term 56, summer holidays 76, October half-term 35, Christmas holidays 8.