Carvalhal Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Carvalhal’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Portugal.
Monthly Temperature Averages
In Carvalhal, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Typically, maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C in August to a moderate 16°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 10°C, particularly during the colder months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Carvalhal by month:
The early hours of 4 AM to 6 AM often see the lowest temperatures, while 3 PM marks the peak of the day’s heat as the sun’s impact is strongest. August, the city’s warmest month, boasts 350 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 74 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 13 days. It records 150 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Portugal Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Portugal. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Carvalhal Temperatures Compared World Wide
Carvalhal’s average annual maximum temperature is 21°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, experiences an average annual temperature of 23°C, with hot summers and mild winters typical of a Mediterranean climate.
In contrast, in Zermatt, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 4°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Chicago, USA, has a significant seasonal range, with an average annual temperature of 15°C.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys warm summers and mild winters, with an average annual temperature of 21°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Carvalhal’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Carvalhal climate page.
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