PortugalThe weather in August in the Algarve
It's warm in August in the Algarve with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 20°C.
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in the Algarve. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for the Algarve, Portugal. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 40°C in 2021, the Algarve reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 14°C to a highest value of 27°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 0,3 mm of precipitation in August. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in August for the Algarve
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in the Algarve. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Algarve | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 28°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 29°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 18°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 0,3 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Algarve with hot temps, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights around 20°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 28°C, with nights around 19°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Algarve is around 28°C, while nighttime temps are about 20°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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The climate in the Algarve is based on weather data from Faro. Other spots might have different weather.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in the Algarve, Portugal. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in the Algarve
Temperature in August in the Algarve over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in the Algarve, Portugal. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in the Algarve
Total precipitation in August in the Algarve over the years
Daily UV index in August in the Algarve
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in the Algarve, 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.
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Average weather in the Algarve by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for the Algarve. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.