AI-generatedPortbou at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 28°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 22.4°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,520 h
- Rain a year
- 592 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 18 m
Climate in Portbou
Portbou has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 28 °C, while January is the coolest at 13 °C. With around 2,520 hours of sunshine a year, Portbou is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 9.6 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Portbou
The best time to visit Portbou is from June to September. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from July to August. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from March to June and from September to November. The wettest month is October with 80 mm of precipitation.
Portbou through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Portbou in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 16–21 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days in all
Portbou in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 26–28 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 9.1 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days in all
Portbou in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 17–25 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days in all
Portbou in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 13–14 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 5.0 h of sun a day
- 18 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jul – Aug
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar – Jun, Sep – Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Your best months: July – August
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 14°
- Midday, 13:00: about 20°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 21°
- Evening, 20:00: about 19°
- Night, 23:00: about 17°
07:5919:07
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 07:41–08:37 · evening 18:29–19:25
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:30–07:41 · evening 19:25–19:36
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 Portbou 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 19° at the end. The sea cools from 20° to 18°. The days get 1.3 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 23° | 19° |
| Night-time low | 16° | 12° |
| Sea | 20° | 18° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.5 h |
What is the weather like in Portbou in October?
In October, Portbou is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 80 mm. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Portbou.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 9 min07:59 – 19:07
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 1 daydew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 16 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 53 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %37 %
- Seaweight 25 %24 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %48 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %72 %
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
Compare two months in Portbou
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 Portbou: score 94 against 43. In August, days are 7 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 4 °C warmer in August. August has 4 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 3 hours longer a day in August.
| Month | October | August |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 43 | 94better |
| Daytime high | 21° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 14° | 21° |
| Sea | 18.7° | 22.4° |
| Sunshine | 5.9 h | 8.9 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 8 | 4better |
| Rainfall | 80 mm | 26 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 1better | 14 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Portbou month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
23January13° · Sea 13° · 4.8 h
In January, Portbou is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 13.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 55 mm. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Portbou.
Portbou in January28February14° · Sea 13° · 5.9 h
In February, Portbou is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 12.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 44 mm. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Portbou.
Portbou in February27March16° · Sea 13° · 6.6 h
In March, Portbou is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 13.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 59 mm. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Portbou.
Portbou in March29April18° · Sea 14° · 7.3 h
In April, Portbou is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 14.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 64 mm. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Portbou.
Portbou in April45May21° · Sea 16° · 7.9 h
In May, Portbou is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 16.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 47 mm. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Portbou.
Portbou in May83June26° · Sea 20° · 8.9 h
In June, Portbou is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 19.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 24 mm in total. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Portbou.
Portbou in June92July28° · Sea 22° · 9.6 h
In July, Portbou is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 21.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 17 mm in total. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Portbou.
Portbou in July94August28° · Sea 22° · 8.9 h
In August, Portbou is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 22.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 26 mm in total. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Portbou.
Portbou in August81September25° · Sea 21° · 7.6 h
In September, Portbou is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 20.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 49 mm. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Portbou.
Portbou in September43October21° · Sea 19° · 5.9 h
In October, Portbou is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 80 mm. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Portbou.
Portbou in October22November17° · Sea 17° · 4.9 h
In November, Portbou is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 16.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 69 mm. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Portbou.
Portbou in November22December14° · Sea 15° · 4.4 h
In December, Portbou is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 14.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 59 mm. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Portbou.
Portbou in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Portbou
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°
- Warm 20–24°
CoolOctober: nights around 14°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening. Muggy on about 1 day (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (6°), the warmest in August (21°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from July to August; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in June and in 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 | 23 | 13° | 6° | 13.4° | 4.8 h | 6 | 55 |
| FebruaryFeb | 28 | 14° | 6° | 12.9° | 5.9 h | 6 | 44 |
| MarchMar | 27 | 16° | 9° | 13.1° | 6.6 h | 8 | 59 |
| AprilApr | 29 | 18° | 11° | 14.0° | 7.3 h | 8 | 64 |
| MayMay | 45 | 21° | 14° | 16.1° | 7.9 h | 7 | 47 |
| JuneJun | 83 | 26° | 18° | 19.6° | 8.9 h | 4 | 24 |
| JulyJul | 92 | 28° | 21° | 21.7° | 9.6 h | 4 | 17 |
| AugustAug | 94 | 28° | 21° | 22.4° | 8.9 h | 4 | 26 |
| SeptemberSep | 81 | 25° | 17° | 20.8° | 7.6 h | 6 | 49 |
| OctoberOct | 43 | 21° | 14° | 18.7° | 5.9 h | 8 | 80 |
| NovemberNov | 22 | 17° | 10° | 16.6° | 4.9 h | 7 | 69 |
| DecemberDec | 22 | 14° | 7° | 14.6° | 4.4 h | 6 | 59 |
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
42.43° N, 3.16° E · 18 m · Europe/Madrid
Sea temperature in Portbou
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 17.4 – 19.7 °C
Swimming season: Jul – Sep
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Portbou ranges from 12.9 °C in February to 22.4 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from July to September.
In December the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 21.2 and 23.5 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 13.4° | 12.9° | 14.1° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 12.9° | 12.6° | 13.4° | cold |
| MarchMar | 13.1° | 12.5° | 13.7° | cold |
| AprilApr | 14.0° | 13.3° | 14.7° | cold |
| MayMay | 16.1° | 15.3° | 17.2° | cold |
| JuneJun | 19.6° | 18.5° | 21.1° | fresh |
| JulyJul | 21.7° | 19.9° | 23.4° | refreshing |
| AugustAug | 22.4° | 21.2° | 23.5° | refreshing |
| SeptemberSep | 20.8° | 19.4° | 22.2° | refreshing |
| OctoberOct | 18.7° | 17.4° | 19.7° | fresh |
| NovemberNov | 16.6° | 15.6° | 17.7° | cold |
| DecemberDec | 14.6° | 13.6° | 15.6° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Portbou
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 5.9 of 11.1 hours of daylight in Portbou, 53 % 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 Portbou: 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, Portbou has about 8 rainy days with 80 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Portbou
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 9).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 40 min
- Fair skin
- about 45 min
- Light brown skin
- about 65 min
- Olive skin
- about 85 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 Portbou
How breezy and how cloudy Portbou 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 Portbou typically peaks at 16 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 53 % of the sky over Portbou: variable cloud, with about 5.9 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 Portbou
How often the day gets hot in Portbou (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, Portbou has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 21 °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 Portbou
Weather for your travel dates
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Portbou 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.
Portbou has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 93) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 23).
- 28
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 17 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 53
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 8.1 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 93
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 9.1 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 43
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 23
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 14 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 4.6 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 1 h 45 min
- Distance
- 1,040 km
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- 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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Portbou vs Collioure
In October Collioure has the better holiday weather (score 48 vs 43). During the day Collioure is 1 °C warmer than Portbou. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Portbou | Collioure |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 43 | 48 |
| Daytime high | 21° | 22° |
| Sea | 19° | 19° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 8 | 8 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Jun – Sep |
Through the year
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Frequently asked questions about Portbou
When is the best time to visit Portbou?
The best time to visit Portbou 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 Portbou?
The sea temperature in Portbou ranges from 12.9 °C in February to 22.4 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from July to September.
Can you swim in Portbou in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 18.7 °C. Comfortable swimming is possible from July to September.
What is the warmest month in Portbou?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 28 °C and nights around 21 °C. January is the coolest month at 13 °C.
When does it rain most in Portbou?
The wettest month is October with 80 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 17 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Portbou get?
Portbou gets around 2,520 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 9.6 hours a day; in December there are 4.4 hours a day.
What time zone is Portbou in?
Portbou is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Portbou?
A nonstop flight from London to Portbou takes about 1 h 45 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,040 km.
Which school holidays are best for Portbou?
Portbou has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 93) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 23). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 28, May half-term 53, summer holidays 93, October half-term 43, Christmas holidays 23.