Cercal Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Cercal.

Climate overview of Cercal

Cercal, Alentejo, Portugal, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with August peaking at 29°C (84°F) and January dropping to 16°C (61°F).

Annual rainfall is moderate at around 541 mm (21 in), with December being the wettest month. The city also has a distinct dry season from May to September. July is the sunniest month, averaging 12.4 hours of sunshine per day.

Cercal Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Cercal — and find the best time to visit.

Monthly Temperature in Cercal

Visitors to Cercal can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 16°C (61°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 17°C (63°F) in August to 8°C (46°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Cercal

Generally, Cercal experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 541 mm (21 in) yearly. Cercal can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 75 mm (3 in) of precipitation over 12 rainy days.

In contrast, during the driest month (July), you will experience much drier conditions, with 2.6 mm (0.1 in) of precipitation spread across a single rainy day days. For more details, please visit our Cercal Precipitation page.

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

Sunshine Hours in Cercal

Cercal can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 12.4 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 5.2 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Praia da Rocha, Portugal (71 KM, 44 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Praia da Rocha, Portugal (71 KM, 44 Miles).

Humidity in Cercal by Month

Best Time to Visit Cercal

During March, April, May, June, September, October and November, Cercal experiences its most favorable weather, with temperatures between 19°C (66°F) and 27°C (81°F). These mild conditions make it an excellent time for a visit.

The weather does bring rainfall during this period, between 12 mm (0.5 in) and 74 mm (2.9 in).

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Frequently asked questions about the climate in Cercal

What is the best time to visit Cercal?

April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather in Cercal. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Cercal has a distinct dry season from May to September.

What temperatures can I expect in Cercal?

Daytime highs range from 16°C (61°F) in January to 29°C (84°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 8°C (46°F) to 17°C (63°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.

How much rain does Cercal get?

Annual rainfall is around 541 mm (21 in). December is the wettest month with 75 mm (3 in), while July is the driest with 2.6 mm (0.1 in).

How sunny is Cercal?

Cercal receives around 2,956 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 371 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 156 hours. Overall, Cercal enjoys abundant sunshine.

Cercal 3-Day Forecast

Cercal 3-Day Forecast

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