October 12 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Funchal. With minimal rain risk (12%) and pleasant highs of 23°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Funchal is seeing high visitor numbers, so iconic spots may be busier than usual.
View the full calendar
Essential Travel Info for Funchal
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
Portuguese
Driving
Right side
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.301
Funchal Weather Forecast for October 12
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 22.7°C. 12% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Funchal in October
Based on historical data for October 12, Funchal typically experiences temperatures between 17.9°C and 22.7°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (12% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Funchal
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
22.7°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
17.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
23.1°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
12%
Avg 0.7mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
59%
Overcast
Pressure
1018.9 hPa
Low volatility
Funchal Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 86% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 53 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 80 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 133 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
17.8°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Portugal
Flight Traffic
Busy
66/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~54
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Funchal
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:10
☀️ Noon
12:55
🌇 Sunset
18:40
⏱️ Daylight
11h 30m
Wind Speed
11.6 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
9.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
74%
Humid / Damp
Travel Intelligence
Exclusive flight analytics & health data for Funchal
Smart Flight Estimator
Airport-to-Airport Logistics
unlock smart flight estimates
Add your home location in settings to see airport details.
Travel Health & Safety in Funchal
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
Atlantic Hurricane Risk
Season: Jun - Nov
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Funchal on October 12 averages 22.7°C with a 12% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Funchal Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Compare Other Cities
Same date (October 12) in other destinations
🌍 Explore the same date in different destinations around the world
📍 Is Funchal Worth Visiting on October 12?
Planning a trip to Funchal on October 12? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 22.7°C with a 12% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 54 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Portugal, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 12 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 27.9°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to 15°C in 2019.