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The weather in August in Portugal
It's warm in August in Portugal with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 22°C.
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in Portugal. 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 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, Portugal reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 15°C to a highest value of 29°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 0,9 mm of precipitation in August. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in August for Portugal
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Portugal. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Portugal | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 29°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 31°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 19°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 0,9 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Portugal with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 21°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps drop to around 29°C, with nights around 21°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 Portugal is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°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 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Check out the climate of Portugal for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Portugal is based on weather data from Algarve. Other places, like Lisbon, Albufeira or Madeira, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Portugal to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Portugal. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Portugal
Temperature in August in Portugal over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in 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 Portugal
Total precipitation in August in Portugal over the years
Daily UV index in August in Portugal
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Portugal, 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 Portugal by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Portugal. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.