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São Jorge Climate by Month

The temperature in São Jorge varies moderately throughout the year. The temperatures shift from warm to mild. It maintains moderate precipitation patterns. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in São Jorge experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 25°C in August to a moderate 17°C in the coolest month, February. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 14°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, São Jorge has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 564 mm of rainfall annually. The climate in São Jorge shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect moderate rainfall in December, with an average of 82 mm of precipitation over 12 rainy days.

In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 12 mm of rainfall over 3 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

São Jorge offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between August (7.9 hours daily) and December (5.1 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Funchal, Madeira (20 KM, 12 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Funchal, Madeira (20 KM, 12 Miles).

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in São Jorge ranges from 18°C in January to 23°C in August.

Water temperature over the year

Data from: Funchal, Madeira (20 KM, 12 Miles).

The best time of year to visit São Jorge in Portugal

During the months of June, July, August, September, October and November you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Does São Jorge have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of July and August are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in São Jorge?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 25°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in São Jorge?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 17°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in São Jorge?
    December tops the wettest month list with 82 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in São Jorge?
    July is the driest month with 12 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in São Jorge?
    August is the sunniest month with an average of 238 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for São Jorge

    Fri   Dec 13
    15°C | 7°C
    SE 4 km/h
    0.3 mm
    partly cloudy and small chance of slight rain

    partly cloudy and small chance of slight rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    17°C | 9°C
    SE 14 km/h
    3.6 mm
    overcast and rain

    overcast and rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    18°C | 12°C
    SE 14 km/h
    11 mm
    overcast and heavy rain

    overcast and heavy rain