São João da Madeira Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

In São João da Madeira, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 27°C (81°F) in August to a moderate 14°C (57°F) in the coolest month, January.

Nights vary from 16°C (61°F) in August to around 6°C (43°F) during the colder months.

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Temperature ranges by month

São João da Madeira experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1360 mm (54 in) of precipitation annually. The climate in São João da Madeira shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in October, the wettest month, with an average of 178 mm (7 in) of precipitation over 14 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 25 mm (1 in) of rainfall over 6 rainy days. For more details, please visit our São João da Madeira Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

For those who appreciate different seasons, São João da Madeira serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 10.2 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 4.1 hours of daily sunlight.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in São João da Madeira.

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