Weather in Menorca in October

How October compares

October is the 5th warmest month of the year in Menorca and ranks 94th of 134 destinations we compare for October - see where else is hot in October. Within Spain it is 78th of 87 (Spain in October). Against London's average high of 14.6°C in October, Menorca is 6.6°C warmer by day and 10.1°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in October

The typical October day in Menorca peaks at 21.2°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 23.8°C or more. Roughly 1 in 42 days top 25°C. Nights average 18.5°C; one night in ten drops to 15.5°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest October day here reached 26.9°C (2006-10-03) and the coldest night 10.7°C (2018-10-29).

Rain in October

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 8 days with 1 mm or more, 61 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest October was 2003 with 156 mm, the driest 2014 with 13 mm. Humidity averages 74%.

Sea temperature in October

The sea averages 22.3°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 21.3°C to 23.2°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (26.0°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 10.9 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:53 and sets about 19:04 local time in mid-October. Average cloud cover is 50%.

Is October a good time to visit Menorca?

October is not the strongest month here: warm days and frequent rain. The best months for Menorca on our scoring are July, August, September; months averaging 25°C or more: Jul, Aug.

Warmer than London, without summer heat

October offers a noticeable lift in warmth compared with London: Menorca's average daytime high is 6.6°C higher. That makes it a reasonable choice for spending time outdoors without planning everything around midday heat. Days reaching 25°C are unusual, so don't book expecting consistently hot afternoons. Light clothes should suit warmer spells, with a jumper or light jacket useful when conditions cool. Average night lows are 18.5°C, although the coldest nights can fall to 15.5°C or lower. Evenings are therefore generally mild, but packing only summer clothing would leave you short of options. This month suits travellers who value comfortable daytime temperatures more than reliably hot beach days.

Keep swimming plans flexible

The sea holds its warmth better than you might expect from the air temperature, making swimming a realistic part of an October trip. However, a warm sea doesn't guarantee pleasant weather for sitting out afterwards. There are about 5.5 hours of sunshine within 10.9 hours of daylight, so expect sunshine to be part of the day rather than a constant backdrop. Rain is a meaningful drawback, and a light waterproof is more useful than assuming every outing will stay dry. Keep beach time movable and take advantage of brighter spells rather than tying it to a fixed day. If your main aim is uninterrupted sunbathing, October is a compromise; for outdoor time with occasional swims, it makes more sense.