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Estreito da Calheta Climate by Month

Temperatures see a moderate degree of fluctuation, transitioning from warm conditions to mild. It receives a reasonable amount of rainfall. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The weather in Estreito da Calheta changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 24°C in August. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 17°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 14°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Estreito da Calheta experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 611 mm yearly. Estreito da Calheta can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 103 mm of precipitation over 12 rainy days.

In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 4.4 mm of rainfall, spread across 2 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Estreito da Calheta experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 7.9 hours daily sunshine in August, it dips to 5.1 hours in December, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Funchal, Madeira (39 KM, 24 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Funchal, Madeira (39 KM, 24 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Estreito da Calheta in Portugal

During the months of June, July, August, September, October and November 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 Estreito da Calheta have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of June, July and August are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Estreito da Calheta?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 24°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Estreito da Calheta?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 17°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Estreito da Calheta?
    December tops the wettest month list with 103 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Estreito da Calheta?
    July is the driest month with 4 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Estreito da Calheta?
    August is the sunniest month with an average of 238 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Estreito da Calheta

    Fri   Dec 13
    16°C | 8°C
    S 7 km/h
    0.7 mm
    partly cloudy and small chance of rain

    partly cloudy and small chance of rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    17°C | 11°C
    SE 18 km/h
    7.6 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    19°C | 14°C
    SE 22 km/h
    17 mm
    overcast and heavy rain

    overcast and heavy rain