Portarlington Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Portarlington’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Australia.
Monthly Temperature Averages
In Portarlington, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. On average, maximum daytime temperatures range from a warm 23°C in February to a mild 14°C in August. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 9°C in August.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Portarlington 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. February, the city’s warmest month receives 227 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
August, the city’s coldest month, sees about 56 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 10 days. It records 166 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Australia Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Australia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Portarlington Temperatures Compared World Wide
Portarlington’s average annual maximum temperature is 18°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, stands out with its warm Mediterranean climate and an average annual temperature of 23°C.
Interlaken, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 8°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with an average annual temperature of 23°C, featuring hot summers and mild winters.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys warm summers and mild winters, with an average annual temperature of 21°C.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Portarlington, during the coolest month, August, you will experience 56% humidity, which is considered moderate. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 14°C. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
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 Portarlington’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Portarlington climate page.
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