Lajes do Pico Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Lajes do Pico’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
The climate in Lajes do Pico experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. On average, maximum daytime temperatures range from a warm 24°C in August to a mild 17°C in February. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 14°C in February.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Lajes do Pico by month:
The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
February, the city’s coldest month, receives about 87 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 18 days. For more information, please visit our Lajes do Pico Precipitation page.
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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Lajes do Pico Temperatures Compared World Wide
Lajes do Pico’s average annual maximum temperature is 20°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual temperature is around 21°C, resulting in warm summers and mild winters throughout the year.
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.
Sea vs. Land Temperatures
The influence of nearby oceans or large water bodies significantly affects local temperatures:
- Ocean Influence: Coastal regions tend to have more stable temperatures, as large bodies of water absorb and release heat slowly. This often results in milder winters and cooler summers compared to inland areas.
- Continental Climates: Landmasses well away from large bodies of water tend to show greater extremes in temperature, having hotter summers and colder winters because of the absence of water as a moderating influence.
For more detailed information about Lajes do Pico’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Lajes do Pico climate page.
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