Mértola weather in August (Alentejo, Portugal)

Is Mértola a good destination in August, weather-wise? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

The month of August in Mértola typically includes very high temperatures and almost no rainfall. The summer season is characteristic of August. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 34°C, while night temperatures can drop to 18°C. With these average temperatures, expect occasional spikes in warmth. Wear light fabrics and stay cool by hydrating regularly.

Precipitation

Mértola in August usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 4.7 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 1 day of rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 340 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, March, April, May, June, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances. While January and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Mértola climate page with graphs.

 

Mértola, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 34°C  

Chance of Rain 5%  

Precipitation 4.7 mm  

Rainy days 1 day  

Humidity 50% *  

Sunshine 340 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 85% *  

* Data from: Beja, Portugal (45 KM, 28 Miles).

Where to go in Portugal in August

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Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

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

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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