AI-generatedRibeira Grande at a glance
- Best time
- Jul – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 26°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 23.3°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,320 h
- Rain a year
- 910 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC−1 / UTC+0
- Elevation
- 27 m
Climate in Ribeira Grande
Ribeira Grande 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 February is the coolest at 17 °C. With around 2,320 hours of sunshine a year, Ribeira Grande is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 9.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Ribeira Grande
The best time to visit Ribeira Grande is from July to September. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from July to September. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable in February, from May to September and in November. Rain is frequent from March to April, in October and from December to January; the wettest month is December with 138 mm.
Ribeira Grande through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Ribeira Grande in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 18–20 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 38 rainy days in all
Ribeira Grande in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 22–26 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 8.8 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days in all
Ribeira Grande in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 20–25 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 5.6 h of sun a day
- 36 rainy days in all
Ribeira Grande in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 17–18 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 4.3 h of sun a day
- 39 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jul – Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Feb, May – Sep, Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Mar – Apr, Oct, Dec – Jan
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: 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: July – September
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 18°
- Midday, 13:00: about 22°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 22°
- Evening, 20:00: about 20°
- Night, 23:00: about 19°
07:4919:06
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 07:33–08:25 · evening 18:31–19:22
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:23–07:33 · evening 19:22–19:33
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 Ribeira Grande 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 21° at the end. The sea cools from 22° to 20°. The days get 1.1 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 23° | 21° |
| Night-time low | 19° | 17° |
| Sea | 22° | 20° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.7 h |
What is the weather like in Ribeira Grande in October?
In October, Ribeira Grande is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 21.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 99 mm in total. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Ribeira Grande.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 17 min07:49 – 19:06
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 6 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 26 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 67 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+0offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %53 %
- Seaweight 25 %63 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %38 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %30 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Ribeira Grande
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 Ribeira Grande: score 91 against 48. In August, days are 4 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 2 °C warmer in August. August has 6 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 4 hours longer a day in August.
| Month | October | August |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 48 | 91better |
| Daytime high | 22° | 26° |
| Night-time low | 18° | 20° |
| Sea | 21.4° | 23.3° |
| Sunshine | 5.3 h | 8.8 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 14 | 8better |
| Rainfall | 99 mm | 38 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 6better | 16 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Ribeira Grande month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
10January17° · Sea 17° · 4.2 h
In January, Ribeira Grande is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 16.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 100 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 28 km/h. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ribeira Grande.
Ribeira Grande in January17February17° · Sea 16° · 4.8 h
In February, Ribeira Grande is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 16.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 83 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ribeira Grande.
Ribeira Grande in February15March18° · Sea 16° · 5.8 h
In March, Ribeira Grande is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 16.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 98 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ribeira Grande.
Ribeira Grande in March19April18° · Sea 17° · 6.5 h
In April, Ribeira Grande is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 16.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 84 mm in total. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ribeira Grande.
Ribeira Grande in April33May20° · Sea 18° · 7.5 h
In May, Ribeira Grande is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 17.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 69 mm in total. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ribeira Grande.
Ribeira Grande in May59June22° · Sea 20° · 8.5 h
In June, Ribeira Grande is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 19.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 44 mm in total. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Ribeira Grande.
Ribeira Grande in June86July25° · Sea 22° · 9.2 h
In July, Ribeira Grande is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 21.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 22 mm. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Ribeira Grande.
Ribeira Grande in July91August26° · Sea 23° · 8.8 h
In August, Ribeira Grande is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 23.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 38 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Ribeira Grande.
Ribeira Grande in August78September25° · Sea 23° · 7.2 h
In September, Ribeira Grande is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 23.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 58 mm in total. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Ribeira Grande.
Ribeira Grande in September48October22° · Sea 21° · 5.3 h
In October, Ribeira Grande is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 21.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 99 mm in total. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Ribeira Grande.
Ribeira Grande in October28November20° · Sea 19° · 4.4 h
In November, Ribeira Grande is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 19.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 78 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ribeira Grande.
Ribeira Grande in November10December18° · Sea 18° · 3.8 h
In December, Ribeira Grande is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 17.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.8 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 138 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ribeira Grande.
Ribeira Grande in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Ribeira Grande
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°
- Warm 20–24°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 18°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 6 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in February (13°), the warmest in August (20°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from August to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from May to July and from October to December. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 46 days a year, mostly in August.
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 | 10 | 17° | 14° | 16.8° | 4.2 h | 14 | 100 |
| FebruaryFeb | 17 | 17° | 13° | 16.3° | 4.8 h | 11 | 83 |
| MarchMar | 15 | 18° | 13° | 16.2° | 5.8 h | 14 | 98 |
| AprilApr | 19 | 18° | 14° | 16.5° | 6.5 h | 13 | 84 |
| MayMay | 33 | 20° | 15° | 17.7° | 7.5 h | 11 | 69 |
| JuneJun | 59 | 22° | 17° | 19.5° | 8.5 h | 9 | 44 |
| JulyJul | 86 | 25° | 19° | 21.8° | 9.2 h | 7 | 22 |
| AugustAug | 91 | 26° | 20° | 23.3° | 8.8 h | 8 | 38 |
| SeptemberSep | 78 | 25° | 20° | 23.0° | 7.2 h | 11 | 58 |
| OctoberOct | 48 | 22° | 18° | 21.4° | 5.3 h | 14 | 99 |
| NovemberNov | 28 | 20° | 16° | 19.4° | 4.4 h | 11 | 78 |
| DecemberDec | 10 | 18° | 15° | 17.8° | 3.8 h | 15 | 138 |
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
37.82° N, 25.52° W · 27 m · Atlantic/Azores
Sea temperature in Ribeira Grande
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 20.6 – 22.4 °C
Swimming season: Jul – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Ribeira Grande ranges from 16.2 °C in March to 23.3 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from July to October.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 22.5 and 24.1 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 16.8° | 15.8° | 17.9° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 16.3° | 15.7° | 17.2° | cold |
| MarchMar | 16.2° | 15.5° | 17.0° | cold |
| AprilApr | 16.5° | 16.0° | 17.2° | cold |
| MayMay | 17.7° | 17.1° | 18.2° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 19.5° | 18.8° | 20.4° | fresh |
| JulyJul | 21.8° | 21.1° | 22.4° | refreshing |
| AugustAug | 23.3° | 22.5° | 24.1° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 23.0° | 22.3° | 23.7° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 21.4° | 20.6° | 22.4° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 19.4° | 18.5° | 20.4° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 17.8° | 17.0° | 19.1° | fresh |
Sunshine hours in Ribeira Grande
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 5.3 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Ribeira Grande, 47 % 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 Ribeira Grande: 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, Ribeira Grande has about 14 rainy days with 99 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Ribeira Grande
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 5 · 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 35 min
- Light brown skin
- about 50 min
- Olive skin
- about 65 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 Ribeira Grande
How breezy and how cloudy Ribeira Grande 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 Ribeira Grande typically peaks at 26 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: Sep – Jun.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 67 % of the sky over Ribeira Grande: mostly cloudy, with about 5.3 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 Ribeira Grande
How often the day gets hot in Ribeira Grande (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, Ribeira Grande has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 22 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.
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 Ribeira Grande
Weather for your travel dates
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Ribeira Grande 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.
Ribeira Grande has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 89) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 10).
- 18
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 6.3 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 38
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 89
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 8.9 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 48
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 5.3 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 10
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 4.0 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 3 h 30 min
- Distance
- 2,480 km
- Time zone
- UTC+0
- 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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Ribeira Grande vs Vila Franca do Campo
In October the holiday weather in Ribeira Grande and Vila Franca do Campo is about equally good (score 48 vs 49). During the day it is about as warm in Vila Franca do Campo as in Ribeira Grande. The sea in Vila Franca do Campo is 1 °C warmer.
| in October | Ribeira Grande | Vila Franca do Campo |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 48 | 49 |
| Daytime high | 22° | 22° |
| Sea | 21° | 22° |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 14 | 14 |
| Best time | Jul – Sep | Jul – Sep |
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Frequently asked questions about Ribeira Grande
When is the best time to visit Ribeira Grande?
The best time to visit Ribeira Grande is from July to September. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Ribeira Grande?
The sea temperature in Ribeira Grande ranges from 16.2 °C in March to 23.3 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from July to October.
Can you swim in Ribeira Grande in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 21.4 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Ribeira Grande?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 26 °C and nights around 20 °C. February is the coolest month at 17 °C.
When does it rain most in Ribeira Grande?
Rain is frequent from March to April, in October and from December to January; the wettest month is December with 138 mm. The driest month is July with 22 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Ribeira Grande get?
Ribeira Grande gets around 2,320 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 9.2 hours a day; in December there are 3.8 hours a day.
What time zone is Ribeira Grande in?
Ribeira Grande is on UTC−1 in January and UTC+0 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Ribeira Grande?
A nonstop flight from London to Ribeira Grande takes about 3 h 30 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,480 km.
Which school holidays are best for Ribeira Grande?
Ribeira Grande has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 89) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 10). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 18, May half-term 38, summer holidays 89, October half-term 48, Christmas holidays 10.