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Benfica Climate by Month

The temperature in Benfica can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be very warm during the warmest months, and mild during the cooler months. It receives mid-range precipitation levels. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average day and night temperature

Visitors to Benfica can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 16°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around 7°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Benfica experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 588 mm yearly. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, November receives moderate rainfall, averaging 79 mm of precipitation, recorded across 13 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, July brings less rainfall, with 4.2 mm over 3 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Benfica. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 11.7 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.7 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Lisbon, Portugal (61 KM, 37 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Lisbon, Portugal (61 KM, 37 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Benfica in Portugal

During the months of March, April, May 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:
  • Does Benfica have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of June, July and August are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Benfica?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Benfica?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 16°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Benfica?
    November tops the wettest month list with 79 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Benfica?
    July is the driest month with 4 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Benfica?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 352 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Benfica

    Sat   Dec 14
    16°C | 6°C
    NE 7 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    16°C | 5°C
    E 11 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    16°C | 5°C
    E 18 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain