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Alghero Climate by Month

Alghero has a mild Mediterranean climate. This means warm summers and mild winters making it a year-round holiday destination. There is a small chance of precipitation in Alghero during summer months, in winter this chance is higher. Maximum temperatures rise to near 30°C in July and August. The town is sometimes influenced by a strong wind (mistral) coming from southern France and usually this lasts for a few days.

Average day and night temperature

In Alghero, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in August to a moderate 14°C in February. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 10°C in February.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

On average, Alghero receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 563 mm. The seasons in Alghero, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 94 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 13 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 5.7 mm over 2 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

In Alghero, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 11.6 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 3.7 hours per average day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Alghero ranges from 14°C in January to 24°C in July.

Water temperature over the year

The best time of year to visit Alghero in Sardinia

During the months of May, June, September and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is summer in Alghero?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Does Alghero have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of June, July and August are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Alghero?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Alghero?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 14°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Alghero?
    November tops the wettest month list with 94 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Alghero?
    July is the driest month with 6 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Alghero?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 349 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Alghero

    Wed   Dec 11
    15°C | 4°C
    SW 11 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Thu   Dec 12
    15°C | 3°C
    E 11 km/h
    2.7 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of slight rain

    broken clouds and chance of slight rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    16°C | 5°C
    SW 11 km/h
    2.7 mm
    partly cloudy and rain

    partly cloudy and rain