AI-generatedValencia at a glance
- Best time
- Mar – Jun, Sep – Nov
- Warmest month
- Jul · 31°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 26.4°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,660 h
- Rain a year
- 443 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 15 m
Climate in Valencia
Valencia has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 31 °C, while January is the coolest at 15 °C. With around 2,660 hours of sunshine a year, Valencia is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 9.9 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: March – June, September – November
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 16°
- Midday, 13:00: about 22°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 24°
- Evening, 20:00: about 21°
- Night, 23:00: about 19°
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Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
What is the weather like in Valencia in October?
In October, Valencia is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 22.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 65 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Valencia.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 14 min08:10 – 19:24
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 2 daysdew point 18 °C or more
- Wind
- 17 km/haverage daily peak
- Cloud cover
- 49 %on average
- Hot days
- 1 day30 °C or more
- Time zone
- UTC+2Europe/Madrid
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %58 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %82 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
Sea temperature in Valencia
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 20.9 – 23.3 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Valencia ranges from 13.8 °C in February to 26.4 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in August, while the air already peaks in July. From November to 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 25.4 and 27.6 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 14.5° | 13.9° | 15.2° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 13.8° | 13.2° | 14.6° | cold |
| MarchMar | 14.2° | 13.3° | 14.8° | cold |
| AprilApr | 15.6° | 15.0° | 16.6° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.4° | 17.2° | 19.6° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 22.2° | 20.9° | 23.5° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 25.2° | 24.2° | 26.4° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 26.4° | 25.4° | 27.6° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 25.0° | 24.1° | 26.2° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 22.3° | 20.9° | 23.3° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 18.8° | 17.7° | 19.9° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 16.0° | 15.2° | 17.1° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Valencia
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 6.5 of 11.2 hours of daylight in Valencia, 58 % of the day.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 1 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
UV index in Valencia
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 it, 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.
Rain in Valencia: 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, Valencia has about 7 rainy days with 65 mm of rain in total.
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
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 | 72 | 15° | 7° | 14.5° | 5.4 h | 5 | 39 |
| FebruaryFeb | 81 | 16° | 7° | 13.8° | 6.2 h | 4 | 24 |
| MarchMar | 88 | 19° | 9° | 14.2° | 6.8 h | 6 | 47 |
| AprilApr | 93 | 21° | 12° | 15.6° | 7.8 h | 6 | 38 |
| MayMay | 98 | 24° | 15° | 18.4° | 8.4 h | 4 | 26 |
| JuneJun | 90 | 29° | 19° | 22.2° | 9.2 h | 2 | 11 |
| JulyJul | 75 | 31° | 22° | 25.2° | 9.9 h | 2 | 9 |
| AugustAug | 76 | 31° | 22° | 26.4° | 9.1 h | 4 | 20 |
| SeptemberSep | 88 | 27° | 19° | 25.0° | 7.7 h | 7 | 70 |
| OctoberOct | 86 | 24° | 16° | 22.3° | 6.5 h | 7 | 65 |
| NovemberNov | 84 | 19° | 11° | 18.8° | 5.5 h | 6 | 51 |
| DecemberDec | 72 | 16° | 8° | 16.0° | 4.9 h | 6 | 45 |
Climate averages 1996–2025, 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)
39.47° N, 0.38° W · 15 m · Europe/Madrid
Best time to visit Valencia
The best time to visit Valencia is from March to June and from September to November. For a beach holiday with the sea above 21 °C, go from June to October. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from September to May. The wettest month is September with 70 mm of precipitation.
Valencia through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Valencia in spring
Mar – May
Excellent
- 19–24 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 8 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days in all
Valencia in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 29–31 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 9 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days in all
Valencia in autumn
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 19–27 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 7 h of sun a day
- 20 rainy days in all
Valencia in winter
Dec – Feb
Good
- 15–16 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 6 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days in all
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Your best months: April – May
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Oct
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Sep – May
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Valencia month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
72January15° · Sea 15° · 5 h
In January, Valencia is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 14.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 39 mm. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Valencia.
Valencia in January81February16° · Sea 14° · 6 h
In February, Valencia is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 13.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 24 mm in total. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Valencia.
Valencia in February88March19° · Sea 14° · 7 h
In March, Valencia is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 14.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 47 mm. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Valencia.
Valencia in March93April21° · Sea 16° · 8 h
In April, Valencia is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 15.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 38 mm. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Valencia.
Valencia in April98May24° · Sea 18° · 8 h
In May, Valencia is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 18.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 26 mm in total. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Valencia.
Valencia in May90June29° · Sea 22° · 9 h
In June, Valencia is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 22.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 11 mm in total. On about 9 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Valencia.
Valencia in June75July31° · Sea 25° · 10 h
In July, Valencia is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 25.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Valencia.
Valencia in July76August31° · Sea 26° · 9 h
In August, Valencia is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 26.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 20 mm in total. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Valencia.
Valencia in August88September27° · Sea 25° · 8 h
In September, Valencia is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 25.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 70 mm. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Valencia.
Valencia in September86October24° · Sea 22° · 7 h
In October, Valencia is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 22.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 65 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Valencia.
Valencia in October84November19° · Sea 19° · 6 h
In November, Valencia is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 18.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 51 mm. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Valencia.
Valencia in November72December16° · Sea 16° · 5 h
In December, Valencia is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 16.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 45 mm. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Valencia.
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Valencia vs. Benidorm
In October the holiday weather in Valencia and Benidorm is about equally good (score 86 vs. 87). During the day Benidorm is 1 °C cooler than Valencia. The sea in Benidorm is 1 °C warmer.
| in October | Valencia | Benidorm |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday score | 86 | 87 |
| Daytime high | 24° | 23° |
| Sea | 22° | 23° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 7 | 7 |
| Best time | Mar – Jun, Sep – Nov | Jun – Sep |
Through the year
Spain in October: the best places
In October, Valencia ranks 7 of 23 destinations in this country.
- Maspalomas25°23°93
- 2Puerto de la Cruz25°24°93
- 3Costa Calma25°23°91
- 4Costa Adeje24°24°90
- 5Seville26°89
- 6Corralejo24°23°88
- 7ValenciaThis page24°22°86
- 8Madrid20°86
Planning a trip to Valencia
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Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 2 h 5 min
- Distance
- 1,330 km
- Time zone
- UTC+2
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Frequently asked questions about Valencia
When is the best time to visit Valencia?
The best time to visit Valencia is from March to June and from September to November. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Valencia?
The sea temperature in Valencia ranges from 13.8 °C in February to 26.4 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Valencia in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 22.3 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Valencia?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 22 °C. January is the coolest month at 15 °C.
When does it rain most in Valencia?
The wettest month is September with 70 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 9 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Valencia get?
Valencia gets around 2,660 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 9.9 hours a day; in December there are 4.9 hours a day.
What time zone is Valencia in?
Valencia uses the time zone Europe/Madrid: UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Valencia?
A nonstop flight from London to Valencia takes about 2 h 5 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,330 km.
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