Where should I travel in October?
October brings the autumn school break and the last warm days in southern Europe. It's also autumn-colour season in North America.
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5 ideas for travelling in October
01Photo: Diego Delso · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons Cyprus
One of the places in Europe where summer lasts longest. Warm sea and good days for both beach and excursions.
02Photo: King of Hearts · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons New England, USA
Autumn foliage usually peaks from late September to mid-October in Vermont and New Hampshire.
03Photo: Michael Meraner · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons Lisbon, Portugal
Mild autumn weather for the hills, trams and viewpoints. Combine with a few days on the coast.
04Photo: Mandyy88 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons Malta
The sea is still warm after the summer. Short distances between historic towns, cliffs and swimming spots.
05Photo: Jörg Schmalenberger (= JOEXX) · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons Madeira, Portugal
Mild all year and great for hiking along the levadas – old water channels through the mountains.
Where is it warm in October?
In October Cyprus and Malta are among the warmest places in Europe, and Madeira is mild all year. Lisbon is pleasant, while New England is cool with autumn colours.
23 of the 28 destinations typically reach at least 25 degrees by day in October.
- 30°+
- 25–29°
- 20–24°
- Below 20°
| Destination | Day | Night | Sea |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dubai · United Arab Emirates | 35° | 25° | 32° |
| Muscat · Oman | 33° | 26° | 31° |
| The Gambia · West Africa | 31° | 26° | 31° |
| Hurghada · Egypt | 30° | 23° | 27° |
| Sal · Cape Verde | 30° | 25° | 28° |
| Cancún · Mexico | 30° | 24° | 29° |
| Punta Cana · Dominican Republic | 30° | 25° | 30° |
| Phuket · Thailand | 29° | 24° | 30° |
| Bali · Indonesia | 29° | 23° | 29° |
| Phu Quoc · Vietnam | 29° | 24° | 30° |
| Miami · Florida, USA | 29° | 23° | 28° |
| Gran Canaria · Canary Islands, Spain | 28° | 21° | 24° |
| Lanzarote · Canary Islands, Spain | 28° | 20° | 23° |
| Cyprus · Mediterranean | 28° | 20° | 26° |
| Antalya · Turkey | 28° | 16° | 26° |
Holidays in October: good to know
The autumn school break in week 42 is popular. Many Mediterranean destinations close for the season at the end of October, so check that hotels and ferries are still running.
These ideas are general seasonal tips. Weather, opening times and prices vary from year to year, so check before you book.
Find your own match in October
We've already picked October. Wayoop asks about your budget, travel time and wishes and finds up to three destinations that suit you.