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Penalva do Castelo Climate by Month

The temperature in Penalva do Castelo can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be warm during the warmest months, and cold during the cooler months. It receives a reasonable amount of rainfall. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average day and night temperature

Visitors to Penalva do Castelo can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 29°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 11°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 3°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Penalva do Castelo experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 917 mm yearly. Penalva do Castelo can be quite wet during October, receiving approximately 125 mm of precipitation over 13 rainy days.

In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 15 mm of rainfall, spread across 6 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Penalva do Castelo 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.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Penhas Douradas, Portugal (31 KM, 19 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Penhas Douradas, Portugal (31 KM, 19 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Penalva do Castelo in Portugal

During the months of May, June and September 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:
  • When is summer in Penalva do Castelo?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Does Penalva do Castelo have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of July and August are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Penalva do Castelo?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Penalva do Castelo?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 11°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Penalva do Castelo?
    October tops the wettest month list with 125 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Penalva do Castelo?
    July is the driest month with 15 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Penalva do Castelo?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 345 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Penalva do Castelo

    Thu   Dec 12
    11°C | 0°C
    NE 14 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    11°C | 1°C
    NE 11 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    11°C | 3°C
    NE 11 km/h
    0.3 mm
    partly cloudy and  chance of slight rain

    partly cloudy and chance of slight rain