Ponte da Barca Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
The climate in Ponte da Barca, Norte Region, Portugal, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 26°C (79°F) in August to 13°C (55°F) in January.
The city has a wet climate, receiving around 1896 mm (75 in) of rainfall per year. Despite the high annual total, it has a distinct rainy season from October to January. October is the wettest month. Sunshine peaks in July, when the city sees around 10.4 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Ponte da Barca
In Ponte da Barca, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C (79°F) in August to a moderate 13°C (55°F) in January.
Nighttime temperatures range from 15°C (59°F) in August to 4°C (39°F) in January.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Ponte da Barca
Ponte da Barca experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1896 mm (75 in) of precipitation annually. The seasons in Ponte da Barca bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 243 mm (9.6 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 15 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 41 mm (1.6 in) over 7 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Ponte da Barca 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 Ponte da Barca
In Ponte da Barca, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.4 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 4.3 hours per average day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Ponte da Barca by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Ponte da Barca.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 85%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 71%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Ponte da Barca 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Ponte da Barca
The best time to visit Ponte da Barca is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather provides comfortable temperatures between 20°C (69°F) and 26°C (79°F). With rainfall of 41 mm (1.6 in) to 149 mm (5.9 in), you can expect pleasant weather during your visit in these months.Be prepared for heavier rainfall during January, February, March, April, October, November and December, the wettest period of the year. Looking for inspiration on where to travel this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
