Vila Nova de Gaia Climate by Month
The temperature in Vila Nova de Gaia can vary quite a bit throughout the year.
Temperatures can be warm during the warmest months,
and mild during the cooler months.
It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average day and night temperature
Visitors to Vila Nova de Gaia can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 14°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
Vila Nova de Gaia is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1262 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, December receives heavy rainfall, averaging 165 mm of precipitation, recorded across 16 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, July brings less rainfall, with 23 mm over 6 rainy days.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Vila Nova de Gaia. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.2 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.1 hours of sunlight per day.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year in Vila Nova de Gaia ranges from 13°C in February to 18°C in August.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Vila Nova de Gaia.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed over the year in Vila Nova de Gaia ranges from 4°C in June to 5°C in January.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
The best time of year to visit Vila Nova de Gaia in Portugal
During the months of May, June, July, August, September 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:
Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in October, November and December.
August has an average maximum temperature of 26°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 14°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 165 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 23 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 307 hours of sunshine.
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