Porto weather in August (Norte Region, Portugal)
What is the weather forecast for Porto, Portugal in August? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.
Temperatures
Expect perfect weather in Porto during August, which means high temperatures and low rainfall. August is part of summer. Anticipate monthly maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C, while night temperatures can drop to 18°C. On average, it has the peak temperatures of the year.
Precipitation
Porto in August usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 27 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 6 days of rain this month.
Average sunshine
There are approximately 295 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear, pleasant days.
Average windspeed
Wind speeds average 4 m/s during August. At this speed, expect moderate winds that can raise dust and move small branches. Since this is an average, some days have gentle light winds while others experience stronger breezes that are quite noticeable.
Average water temperature in August
The water temperature is 18°C, offering conditions that suit different swimming preferences. Many find this temperature manageable for swimming activities.If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the best months to visit Porto.
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Porto, monthly averages in August
Min Temperature
18°C
Max Temperature
25°C
Water Temperature
18°C
Chance of Rain
19%
Precipitation
27 mm
Rainy days
6 days
Humidity
73%
Windspeed
4 m/s
Sunshine
295 hours
Percentage Sunshine
73%
Where to go in Portugal in August
Find out more about the weather in Portugal and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Portugal, check out our Porto's climate page.
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Porto, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. With a water temperature of around 18°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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