Facts checked against live data · 12 Sept 2026

Less good

Spain in October: Weather, Crowds & What's On

What October is actually like in Spain — average highs and lows, how much rain to expect, public holidays that fill trains and hotels, and verified places to go.

Average high
23°C
Average low
14°C
Rainfall
77mm

Where this month sits in the year

The 5th warmest month of Spain's year. The wettest month — 13% of the year's rain falls now.

Public holidays in October

Domestic travel peaks around these dates — book earlier and expect busier sights.

  • October 12 Fiesta Nacional de España · National Day of Spain

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On in October

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Climate figures are 10-year averages for Barcelona, from NASA POWER; holidays from public calendars. Updated monthly.

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