Average weather for Praia in August
It's hot in August in Praia with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 25°C and 26°C.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Praia with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 25°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 30°C, with nights around 26°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Praia is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 26°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Praia is 29°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
In August, there is an average of 54 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Praia in August |
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30°C | 30°C | |
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31°C | 31°C | |
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29°C | -5°C | |
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54 mm | 79 mm | |
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10 days | 13 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Praia?
August is a good month to be in Praia for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 36°C in 2019, Praia reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 22°C to a highest value of 27°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Praia
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Praia, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Praia
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Praia, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect about 10 days of precipitation in Praia.
Daily UV index in August in Praia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Praia, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Praia over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Praia, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in Praia over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Praia, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in August for Praia
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Praia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Praia by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Praia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.