Riba Douro Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Riba Douro, Portugal, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 27°C (81°F) in August, while winters cool to 12°C (54°F) in January.
With around 1385 mm (55 in) of annual rainfall, Riba Douro has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed — the city has a distinct dry season from July to August. The wettest month is October. Sunshine peaks in July, when the city sees around 10.2 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Riba Douro
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to moderate in Riba Douro. 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 12°C (54°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 15°C (59°F) in August to 4°C (39°F) in January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Riba Douro
Riba Douro has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1385 mm (55 in) of rainfall annually. Riba Douro can be quite wet during October, receiving approximately 178 mm (7 in) of precipitation over 14 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 7 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Riba Douro Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
Sunshine Hours in Riba Douro
Riba Douro 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
Humidity in Riba Douro by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Riba Douro.
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
Riba Douro 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Riba Douro
During the months of May, June, July, August and September, Riba Douro enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 21°C (69°F) to 27°C (81°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.Rainfall during this time ranges from 29 mm (1.1 in) in July to 115 mm (4.5 in) in May. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers.
The rainy season falls during January, October, November and December, bringing heavy precipitation. Planning your next adventure but unsure where to go? Our climate tool suggests perfect locations tailored to your preferred weather conditions. Discover your ideal travel destination with our weather planner.