Porto da Cruz Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Porto da Cruz.
Climate overview of Porto da Cruz
Temperatures in Porto da Cruz, Madeira Islands, Portugal, shift moderately through the seasons. The warmest month is August at 25°C (77°F), and the coolest is February at 17°C (63°F).
Annual rainfall is moderate at around 552 mm (22 in), with December being the wettest month. The city also has a distinct dry season from May to September. The sunniest month is August, with 7.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Porto da Cruz Weather by Month
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Monthly Temperature in Porto da Cruz
The climate in Porto da Cruz experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 25°C (77°F) in August. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 17°C (63°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 20°C (68°F) in August to 14°C (57°F) in February.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Porto da Cruz
Generally, Porto da Cruz receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 552 mm (22 in) annually. Porto da Cruz can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 81 mm (3.2 in) of precipitation over 12 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (July), you will experience much drier conditions, with 12 mm (0.5 in) of precipitation spread across 3 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Porto da Cruz 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 Porto da Cruz
Porto da Cruz experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 7.9 hours daily sunshine in August, it dips to 5.1 hours in December, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Water Temperature in Porto da Cruz
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 18°C (64°F) in January to 23°C (73°F) in August.
Water temperature over the year
Humidity in Porto da Cruz by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Porto da Cruz.
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 73%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 68%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Porto da Cruz
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) in May, June, July, August and September to 2 m/s (4 knots) in January, February, March, April, October, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit Porto da Cruz
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Porto da Cruz
What is the best time to visit Porto da Cruz?
May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather in Porto da Cruz. In contrast, February tends to have less optimal conditions. Porto da Cruz has a distinct dry season from May to September.
What temperatures can I expect in Porto da Cruz?
Daytime highs range from 17°C (63°F) in February to 25°C (77°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 14°C (57°F) to 20°C (68°F).
How much rain does Porto da Cruz get?
Annual rainfall is around 552 mm (22 in). December is the wettest month with 81 mm (3.2 in), while July is the driest with 12 mm (0.5 in).
How sunny is Porto da Cruz?
Porto da Cruz receives around 2,315 hours of sunshine per year. August is the sunniest month with 238 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 152 hours. Overall, Porto da Cruz enjoys abundant sunshine.
Porto da Cruz 3-Day Forecast
Porto da Cruz 3-Day Forecast
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