Nelas Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

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

Climate overview of Nelas

Nelas, Centro Region, Portugal, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 29°C (84°F) in August, while winters cool to 12°C (54°F) in January.

With around 1064 mm (42 in) of annual rainfall, Nelas has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed — the city has a distinct dry season from June to August, with warm summers and mild winters. The wettest month is October. The sunniest month is July, with 11.5 hours of sunshine per day on average.

Nelas Weather by Month

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

Monthly Temperature in Nelas

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to moderate in Nelas. 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 12°C (54°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 16°C (61°F) in August to 4°C (39°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Nelas

Nelas has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1064 mm (42 in) of rainfall annually. Nelas can be quite wet during October, receiving approximately 144 mm (5.7 in) of precipitation over 13 rainy days.

In contrast, during the driest month (July), you will experience much drier conditions, with 15 mm (0.6 in) of precipitation spread across 6 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Nelas Precipitation page.

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

Sunshine Hours in Nelas

Nelas can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 11.5 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 3.5 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Penhas Douradas, Portugal (28 KM, 17 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Penhas Douradas, Portugal (28 KM, 17 Miles).

Humidity in Nelas by Month

Best Time to Visit Nelas

Conditions in Nelas are generally most comfortable in May, June, July, August and September. They are typically least comfortable in January and December.

Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.

  • Best overall: May, June, July, August and September
  • Warmest weather: July and August
  • Most sunshine: July and August
  • Fewest rainy days: July and August
  • Seasonal pattern: A distinct dry season from June to August, with warm summers and mild winters

Frequently asked questions about the climate in Nelas

What is the best time to visit Nelas?

May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Nelas. In contrast, January and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Nelas has a distinct dry season from June to August, with warm summers and mild winters.

What temperatures can I expect in Nelas?

Daytime highs range from 12°C (54°F) in January to 29°C (84°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 4°C (39°F) to 16°C (61°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.

How much rain does Nelas get?

Annual rainfall is around 1064 mm (42 in). October is the wettest month with 144 mm (5.7 in), while July is the driest with 15 mm (0.6 in).

How sunny is Nelas?

Nelas receives around 2,427 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 345 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 105 hours. Overall, Nelas enjoys abundant sunshine.

Nelas 3-Day Forecast

Nelas 3-Day Forecast

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