Paços de Ferreira Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Paços de Ferreira.
Climate overview of Paços de Ferreira
Paços de Ferreira, Norte Region, Portugal, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 27°C (81°F) in August, while winters cool to 14°C (57°F) in January.
With around 1417 mm (56 in) of annual rainfall, Paços de Ferreira has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed — the city has distinct dry (July to August) and wet (October to December) seasons, with warm summers and mild winters. The wettest month is December. Sunshine peaks in July, when the city sees around 10.2 hours of sunshine per day.
Paços de Ferreira Weather by Month
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Monthly Temperature in Paços de Ferreira
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to moderate in Paços de Ferreira. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 27°C (81°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 14°C (57°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 17°C (63°F) in August to 6°C (43°F) in January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Paços de Ferreira
Paços de Ferreira has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1417 mm (56 in) of rainfall annually. Paços de Ferreira can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 185 mm (7.3 in) of precipitation over 16 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (July), you will experience much drier conditions, with 29 mm (1.1 in) of precipitation spread across 6 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Paços de Ferreira Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Paços de Ferreira
Paços de Ferreira can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 10.2 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in January, with only 4.1 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Paços de Ferreira by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Paços de Ferreira.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 81%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 73%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Best Time to Visit Paços de Ferreira
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
- Best overall: June, July, August and September
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Most sunshine: July and August
- Fewest rainy days: July and August
- Seasonal pattern: Distinct dry (July to August) and wet (October to December) seasons, with warm summers and mild winters
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Paços de Ferreira
What is the best time to visit Paços de Ferreira?
June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Paços de Ferreira. In contrast, December tends to have less optimal conditions. Paços de Ferreira has distinct dry (July to August) and wet (October to December) seasons, with warm summers and mild winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Paços de Ferreira?
Daytime highs range from 14°C (57°F) in January to 27°C (81°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 6°C (43°F) to 17°C (63°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Paços de Ferreira get?
Annual rainfall is around 1417 mm (56 in). December is the wettest month with 185 mm (7.3 in), while July is the driest with 29 mm (1.1 in).
How sunny is Paços de Ferreira?
Paços de Ferreira receives around 2,465 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 307 hours, while January is the cloudiest with just 122 hours. Overall, Paços de Ferreira enjoys abundant sunshine.
Paços de Ferreira 3-Day Forecast
Paços de Ferreira 3-Day Forecast
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