Weather in Salou in October

How October compares

October is the 6th warmest month of the year in Salou and ranks 90th of 134 destinations we compare for October - see where else is hot in October. Within Spain it is 71st of 87 (Spain in October). Against London's average high of 14.6°C in October, Salou is 7.1°C warmer by day and 6.1°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in October

The typical October day in Salou peaks at 21.7°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 25.4°C or more. Roughly 1 in 8 days top 25°C and 1 in 250 pass 30°C. Nights average 14.5°C; one night in ten drops to 10.6°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest October day here reached 30.8°C (2011-10-12) and the coldest night 5.2°C (2012-10-29).

Rain in October

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 8 days with 1 mm or more, 72 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest October was 2018 with 212 mm, the driest 2020 with 15 mm. Humidity averages 74%.

Sea temperature in October

The sea averages 21.4°C - bracing (18-22°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 20.3°C to 22.5°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (26.0°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 10.9 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 08:07 and sets about 19:15 local time in mid-October. Average cloud cover is 52%.

Is October a good time to visit Salou?

October is not the strongest month here: warm days. The best months for Salou on our scoring are July, June, August; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.

Warm afternoons, with layers for later

The average daytime high of 21.7°C makes October suitable for spending time outdoors without planning everything around intense heat. Short sleeves can work during warmer spells, but bring a light jumper for shade and later in the day. Days reaching 25°C account for 12% of the month, so proper warmth is possible rather than something to bank on. Nights average 14.5°C, while the coldest can fall to 10.6°C or lower. Long trousers and a jacket are sensible for evenings outside. This is a better fit for travellers who prefer moderate warmth than those wanting consistently hot weather.

Leave room for rain in your plans

With about 8 rainy days, October needs more flexibility than a holiday built entirely around lying in the sun. That does not mean every wet day is a washout, but it does make a light waterproof a sensible addition to your bag. There are about 5.2 hours of sunshine within 10.9 hours of daylight, so expect a mixture rather than clear skies throughout. Keep outdoor plans movable and make use of sunny spells when they come. The catch is reliability: comfortable temperatures do not guarantee dry weather, and a fixed schedule of beach days is a gamble.

The sea is more bracing than warm

The sea averages 21.4°C in October, which puts it in the bracing category rather than comfortably warm swimming conditions. The year-to-year range of 20°C to 22°C means your tolerance for cool water matters more than the promise of a beach holiday. If you enjoy a refreshing dip, pack swimwear, but do not make long swims the main reason to travel. Choose a warmer, sunny spell for getting in and have a dry layer ready afterwards. Salou still suits time by the water, provided you are content to enjoy the shore when swimming does not appeal.