AI-generatedVila Franca do Campo at a glance
- Best time
- Jul – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 27°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 23.5°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,310 h
- Rain a year
- 910 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC−1 / UTC+0
- Elevation
- 11 m
Climate in Vila Franca do Campo
Vila Franca do Campo has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 27 °C, while February is the coolest at 17 °C. With around 2,310 hours of sunshine a year, Vila Franca do Campo is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 9.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Vila Franca do Campo
The best time to visit Vila Franca do Campo 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.
Vila Franca do Campo through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Vila Franca do Campo in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 18–21 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 38 rainy days in all
Vila Franca do Campo in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 23–27 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 8.8 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days in all
Vila Franca do Campo in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 20–25 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 5.6 h of sun a day
- 36 rainy days in all
Vila Franca do Campo in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 17–18 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 4.2 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: 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: July – September
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 17°
- 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 07:33–08:24 · evening 18:31–19:22
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:22–07:33 · evening 19:22–19:32
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 Vila Franca do Campo 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 21° at the end. The sea cools from 22° to 21°. The days get 1.1 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 24° | 21° |
| Night-time low | 18° | 16° |
| Sea | 22° | 21° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.7 h |
What is the weather like in Vila Franca do Campo in October?
In October, Vila Franca do Campo is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 21.6 °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 Vila Franca do Campo.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 17 min07:49 – 19:06
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 4 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 %55 %
- Seaweight 25 %66 %
- 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 Vila Franca do Campo
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 Vila Franca do Campo: score 92 against 49. In August, days are 5 °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 | 49 | 92better |
| Daytime high | 22° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 17° | 20° |
| Sea | 21.6° | 23.5° |
| Sunshine | 5.3 h | 8.8 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 14 | 8better |
| Rainfall | 99 mm | 38 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 4better | 12 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Vila Franca do Campo month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
10January17° · Sea 17° · 4.2 h
In January, Vila Franca do Campo is mild: daytime highs average 17 °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 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 Vila Franca do Campo.
Vila Franca do Campo in January16February17° · Sea 17° · 4.7 h
In February, Vila Franca do Campo is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 16.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.7 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 Vila Franca do Campo.
Vila Franca do Campo in February15March18° · Sea 16° · 5.8 h
In March, Vila Franca do Campo is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 16.4 °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 Vila Franca do Campo.
Vila Franca do Campo in March19April19° · Sea 17° · 6.5 h
In April, Vila Franca do Campo is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 16.7 °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 Vila Franca do Campo.
Vila Franca do Campo in April36May21° · Sea 18° · 7.5 h
In May, Vila Franca do Campo is mild: daytime highs average 21 °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 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 Vila Franca do Campo.
Vila Franca do Campo in May63June23° · Sea 20° · 8.5 h
In June, Vila Franca do Campo is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 19.7 °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 good month for a holiday in Vila Franca do Campo.
Vila Franca do Campo in June88July25° · Sea 22° · 9.2 h
In July, Vila Franca do Campo is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 21.9 °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 Vila Franca do Campo.
Vila Franca do Campo in July92August27° · Sea 24° · 8.8 h
In August, Vila Franca do Campo is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 23.5 °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. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Vila Franca do Campo.
Vila Franca do Campo in August80September25° · Sea 23° · 7.2 h
In September, Vila Franca do Campo is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 23.2 °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 an excellent month for a holiday in Vila Franca do Campo.
Vila Franca do Campo in September49October22° · Sea 22° · 5.3 h
In October, Vila Franca do Campo is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 21.6 °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 Vila Franca do Campo.
Vila Franca do Campo in October27November20° · Sea 20° · 4.3 h
In November, Vila Franca do Campo is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 19.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.3 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 Vila Franca do Campo.
Vila Franca do Campo in November10December18° · Sea 18° · 3.8 h
In December, Vila Franca do Campo is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.0 °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 Vila Franca do Campo.
Vila Franca do Campo in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Vila Franca do Campo
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°
PleasantOctober: nights around 17°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 4 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 in August; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from May to July and from September to November.
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° | 13° | 17.0° | 4.2 h | 14 | 100 |
| FebruaryFeb | 16 | 17° | 13° | 16.5° | 4.7 h | 11 | 83 |
| MarchMar | 15 | 18° | 13° | 16.4° | 5.8 h | 14 | 98 |
| AprilApr | 19 | 19° | 14° | 16.7° | 6.5 h | 13 | 84 |
| MayMay | 36 | 21° | 15° | 17.8° | 7.5 h | 11 | 69 |
| JuneJun | 63 | 23° | 17° | 19.7° | 8.5 h | 9 | 44 |
| JulyJul | 88 | 25° | 19° | 21.9° | 9.2 h | 7 | 22 |
| AugustAug | 92 | 27° | 20° | 23.5° | 8.8 h | 8 | 38 |
| SeptemberSep | 80 | 25° | 19° | 23.2° | 7.2 h | 11 | 58 |
| OctoberOct | 49 | 22° | 17° | 21.6° | 5.3 h | 14 | 99 |
| NovemberNov | 27 | 20° | 15° | 19.6° | 4.3 h | 11 | 78 |
| DecemberDec | 10 | 18° | 14° | 18.0° | 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
37.72° N, 25.43° W · 11 m · Atlantic/Azores
Sea temperature in Vila Franca do Campo
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 20.9 – 22.7 °C
Swimming season: Jul – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Vila Franca do Campo ranges from 16.4 °C in March to 23.5 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from July to October.
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 22.5 and 24.1 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 17.0° | 16.1° | 18.0° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 16.5° | 15.7° | 17.4° | cold |
| MarchMar | 16.4° | 15.7° | 17.1° | cold |
| AprilApr | 16.7° | 16.0° | 17.3° | cold |
| MayMay | 17.8° | 17.2° | 18.4° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 19.7° | 19.0° | 20.6° | fresh |
| JulyJul | 21.9° | 21.2° | 22.5° | refreshing |
| AugustAug | 23.5° | 22.5° | 24.1° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 23.2° | 22.5° | 23.8° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 21.6° | 20.9° | 22.7° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 19.6° | 18.8° | 20.8° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 18.0° | 17.2° | 19.1° | fresh |
Sunshine hours in Vila Franca do Campo
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 Vila Franca do Campo, 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 Vila Franca do Campo: 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, Vila Franca do Campo has about 14 rainy days with 99 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Vila Franca do Campo
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 Vila Franca do Campo
How breezy and how cloudy Vila Franca do Campo 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 Vila Franca do Campo 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 Vila Franca do Campo: 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 Vila Franca do Campo
How often the day gets hot in Vila Franca do Campo (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, Vila Franca do Campo 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
Planning a trip to Vila Franca do Campo
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Vila Franca do Campo 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.
Vila Franca do Campo has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 91) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 10).
- 18
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 6.3 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 41
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 91
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
- 49
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 22 °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 18 °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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Vila Franca do Campo vs Furnas
In October Vila Franca do Campo has the better holiday weather (score 49 vs 43). During the day Furnas is 1 °C cooler than Vila Franca do Campo. The sea in Furnas is 1 °C cooler.
| in October | Vila Franca do Campo | Furnas |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 49 | 43 |
| Daytime high | 22° | 21° |
| Sea | 22° | 21° |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 14 | 14 |
| Best time | Jul – Sep | Jul – Aug |
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Frequently asked questions about Vila Franca do Campo
When is the best time to visit Vila Franca do Campo?
The best time to visit Vila Franca do Campo 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 Vila Franca do Campo?
The sea temperature in Vila Franca do Campo ranges from 16.4 °C in March to 23.5 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from July to October.
Can you swim in Vila Franca do Campo in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 21.6 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Vila Franca do Campo?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 27 °C and nights around 20 °C. February is the coolest month at 17 °C.
When does it rain most in Vila Franca do Campo?
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 Vila Franca do Campo get?
Vila Franca do Campo gets around 2,310 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 Vila Franca do Campo in?
Vila Franca do Campo is on UTC−1 in January and UTC+0 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Vila Franca do Campo?
A nonstop flight from London to Vila Franca do Campo takes about 3 h 30 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,480 km.
Which school holidays are best for Vila Franca do Campo?
Vila Franca do Campo has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 91) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 10). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 18, May half-term 41, summer holidays 91, October half-term 49, Christmas holidays 10.