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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Pontevedra.
Pontevedra, Galicia, Spain, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with August peaking at 25°C (77°F) and January dropping to 13°C (55°F).
With around 1658 mm (65 in) of annual rainfall, Pontevedra has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed, the city has a distinct rainy season from October to January, with warm summers and mild winters. The wettest month is November. July is the sunniest month, averaging 10.4 hours of sunshine per day.
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Visitors to Pontevedra can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 25°C (77°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 13°C (55°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 15°C (59°F) in August to 6°C (43°F) in January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Pontevedra is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1658 mm (65 in). Pontevedra can be quite wet during November, receiving approximately 213 mm (8.4 in) of precipitation over 18 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (July), you will experience much drier conditions, with 39 mm (1.5 in) of precipitation spread across 8 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Pontevedra Precipitation page.
Pontevedra can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 10.4 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 4.3 hours of sunlight per day.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Pontevedra.
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.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Pontevedra. In contrast, January, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Pontevedra has a distinct rainy season from October to January, with warm summers and mild winters.
Daytime highs range from 13°C (55°F) in January to 25°C (77°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 6°C (43°F) to 15°C (59°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 1658 mm (65 in). November is the wettest month with 213 mm (8.4 in), while July is the driest with 39 mm (1.5 in).
Pontevedra receives around 2,495 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 312 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 129 hours. Overall, Pontevedra enjoys abundant sunshine.
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