Santana Weather in August

With daytime temperatures of 25°C (77°F) and nighttime lows of 20°C (68°F), August in Santana brings high temperatures during the day. The perfect weather makes it an appealing time to visit.

Rainfall in Santana in August

Historically, the month has about 3 days of rain, averaging 13 mm (0.5 in) in total. Rain days are few and the total is low, so this is a largely dry month. Any showers that do occur tend to be brief.

Temperature in Santana in August

The temperature in Santana in August is perfect. Daytime highs reach 25°C (77°F), with nights dropping to 20°C (68°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights are mild at around 20°C (68°F), which is comfortable for most people. On average, it is the month with the highest temperature of the year.

Sunshine in Santana in August

The month enjoys around 238 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Wind Speed in Santana 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

With water at 23°C (73°F), you can expect warm, pleasant conditions for any water activity. There's no adjustment period — it feels comfortable straight away.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a good time to visit Santana.

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Santana Temperature in August

Min Temperature 20°C (68°F)  

Max Temperature 25°C (77°F)  

Water Temperature 23°C (73°F) *  

Chance of Rain 10%  

Precipitation 13 mm (0.5 in)  

Rainy days 3 days  

Humidity 72% *  

Windspeed 1 m/s (2 knots) *  

Sunshine 238 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 57% *  

* Data from: Funchal, Madeira (17 KM, 10 Miles).

What to Wear in Santana in August

Pleasant temperatures in August mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. With minimal rainfall expected, you can leave the rain gear at home. 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 Santana 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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