Average monthly wind speed in Olhão

Here you can view the typical wind conditions throughout the year in Olhão, (the Algarve), Portugal.

These figures come from monthly climatological averages showing that Olhão sees peak wind speeds of 4 m/s (8 knots) during its windiest period and minimum speeds of 3 m/s (6 knots) during its calmest season.

With an average wind speed of 3 m/s (6 knots) in January, March, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, it experiences a fair and typical breeze. However, conditions can vary between days, and stronger winds may occasionally occur. On a day with 3 m/s (6 knots), leaves and small twigs are constantly in motion, and a flag would be clearly waving. This translates to roughly 11 km/h or 6.7 mph. Most days are suitable for spending time outdoors.

Wind speeds average 4 m/s (8 knots) during February, April and May; these fall in the windiest period. This means most days are noticeably windy with small branches moving constantly. Dust gets lifted and papers blow around. The measurement represents 14.4 km/h or 8.9 mph. There may still be stronger gusts or calmer moments, but breezy conditions are typical.

For more detailed information about Olhão’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Olhão climate page.