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Caniçal Weather in August

August in Caniçal sees daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and lows of 20°C (68°F) at night. The excellent weather makes it a good time to visit.

Rainfall in Caniçal in August

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 3 days with rain, averaging 14 mm (0.6 in) for the month. The occasional light shower is possible, but rain is rarely an issue this month.

Temperature in Caniçal in August

August is one of the better months to visit Caniçal. Expect 24°C (75°F) during the day and 20°C (68°F) at night. Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. Nights are mild at around 20°C (68°F), which is comfortable for most people. On average, it has the peak temperatures of the year.

Sunshine in Caniçal in August

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 238 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Caniçal.

Wind Speed in Caniçal in August

Wind speeds average 1 m/s (2 knots) during August. At this speed, you'll experience mostly light air movement that's just barely noticeable. As an average, some days will be completely calm while others have gentle breezes you can feel on your skin.

Average water temperature in August

The water temperature is 23°C (73°F), which most people find very comfortable. A good month for swimming and water sports.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

Caniçal Temperature in August

Min Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Max Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Water Temperature
23°C (73°F) *
Chance of Rain
9%
Precipitation
14 mm (0.6 in)
Rainy days
3 days
Humidity
72% *
Windspeed
1 m/s (2 knots) *
Sunshine
238 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
57% *
* Data from: Funchal, Madeira (6 KM, 4 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Caniçal in August

For Caniçal in August, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. With water temperatures around 23°C (73°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Caniçal in August

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    10/10
  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Barbeque
    9/10
  • Camping
    10/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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