Algarve

Algarve Weather & Climate: Portugal

Climate by month across the Algarve, Portugal, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of the Algarve

the Algarve is one of several regions in Portugal, with temperatures that range from 16°C (61°F) in January to 28°C (82°F) during the peak of July. We've based our full climate overview on data from Albufeira, 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 Algarve offers pleasant conditions in April, May, June, September, October and November, with temperatures typically ranging from 19°C (66°F) to 26°C (79°F).

Precipitation in the Algarve varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in December with 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while July stays relatively dry with 1 mm (0.04 in). The period of June, July and August is the driest, with precipitation levels below 7 mm (0.3 in).

July is the sunniest period, with ideal conditions for exploring the region and all it has to offer.

Explore the Algarve by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Algarve — and find the best time to visit. (based on Albufeira)

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Albufeira Lagos Portimão Vilamoura Tavira Alvor
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Climate map of the Algarve

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Albufeira 16°C (61°F) 28°C (82°F) 10°C (50°F) 19°C (66°F) 496 mm (20 in) 3,023 hours
Lagos 16°C (61°F) 26°C (79°F) 11°C (52°F) 19°C (66°F) 495 mm (19 in) 3,012 hours
Portimão 16°C (61°F) 28°C (82°F) 9°C (48°F) 19°C (66°F) 499 mm (20 in) 3,023 hours
Vilamoura 16°C (61°F) 28°C (82°F) 10°C (50°F) 20°C (68°F) 505 mm (20 in) 3,135 hours
Tavira 16°C (61°F) 30°C (86°F) 9°C (48°F) 21°C (70°F) 476 mm (19 in) 3,135 hours
Alvor 16°C (61°F) 28°C (82°F) 10°C (50°F) 19°C (66°F) 498 mm (20 in) 3,023 hours

Places in the Algarve, Portugal

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