Porto Covo Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Porto Covo.
Climate overview of Porto Covo
Temperatures in Porto Covo, Alentejo, Portugal, shift moderately through the seasons. The warmest month is August at 27°C (81°F), and the coolest is January at 16°C (61°F).
With around 560 mm (22 in) of annual rainfall, the city has moderate precipitation levels. December is the wettest month and July the driest. It also has a distinct dry season from May to September.
Porto Covo Weather by Month
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Monthly Temperature in Porto Covo
The climate in Porto Covo experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 27°C (81°F) in August to a moderate 16°C (61°F) in the coolest month, January.
Nights vary from 18°C (64°F) in August to around 9°C (48°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Porto Covo
Generally, Porto Covo receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 560 mm (22 in) annually. The climate in Porto Covo shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect moderate rainfall in December, the wettest month, with an average of 80 mm (3.1 in) of precipitation over 12 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 2.6 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall over a single rainy day. For more details, please visit our Porto Covo Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Best Time to Visit Porto Covo
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Porto Covo
What is the best time to visit Porto Covo?
April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather in Porto Covo. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Porto Covo has a distinct dry season from May to September.
What temperatures can I expect in Porto Covo?
Daytime highs range from 16°C (61°F) in January to 27°C (81°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 9°C (48°F) to 18°C (64°F).
How much rain does Porto Covo get?
Annual rainfall is around 560 mm (22 in). December is the wettest month with 80 mm (3.1 in), while July is the driest with 2.6 mm (0.1 in).
Porto Covo 3-Day Forecast
Porto Covo 3-Day Forecast
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