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São Luis Climate by Month

São Luis experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from warm days to mild weather. It receives mid-range precipitation levels. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in São Luis is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 16°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around 8°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, São Luis receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 537 mm annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, December receives moderate rainfall, averaging 75 mm of precipitation, recorded across 12 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, July brings less rainfall, with 2.6 mm over a single rainy day.

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

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in São Luis. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 12.4 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 5.2 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Praia da Rocha, Portugal (62 KM, 38 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Praia da Rocha, Portugal (62 KM, 38 Miles).

The best time of year to visit São Luis in Portugal

During the months of April, May and October 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:
  • When is summer in São Luis?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Does São Luis have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of June, July and August are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in São Luis?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in São Luis?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 16°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in São Luis?
    December tops the wettest month list with 75 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in São Luis?
    July is the driest month with 3 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in São Luis?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 371 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for São Luis

    Sun   Dec 15
    17°C | 5°C
    E 14 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    17°C | 6°C
    E 18 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Tue   Dec 17
    19°C | 9°C
    SE 14 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain