the Alentejo is one of several regions in Portugal, with temperatures that range from 16°C (61°F) in January to 27°C (81°F) during the peak of August. We've based our full climate overview on data from Vila Nova de Milfontes, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
The weather in the Alentejo during April, May, June, July, September, October and November is comfortably warm, with average temperatures ranging from 19°C (66°F) to 27°C (81°F).
Precipitation in the Alentejo varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in December with 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while July stays relatively dry with 2 mm (0.1 in). The driest period occurs in June, July and August, with rainfall remaining under 10 mm (0.4 in).
For those seeking sunshine, July usually has the brightest skies, making it an excellent time for exploring the region.
