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São Gonçalo Weather in August

August in São Gonçalo brings high temperatures, with highs of 25°C (77°F) and nights dropping to 20°C (68°F). Rainfall is very low this month, averaging just 11 mm (0.4 in).

Rainfall in São Gonçalo in August

Rain is expected on roughly 3 days, totalling around 11 mm (0.4 in) for the month. Rain is scarce this month and when it does fall, it tends to be light. Unlikely to disrupt plans significantly.

Temperature in São Gonçalo in August

São Gonçalo in August is worth a visit. The temperature is excellent, with 25°C (77°F) during the day and 20°C (68°F) at night. Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. With overnight lows of 20°C (68°F), evenings stay pleasantly warm. On average, it has the peak temperatures of the year.

Sunshine in São Gonçalo in August

With approximately 238 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

Wind Speed in São Gonçalo in August

August has wind speeds averaging 1 m/s (2 knots). You can expect very gentle conditions with light air movement on typical days. Since this is an average, daily weather varies from perfectly still moments to some breezier days.

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 your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances for São Gonçalo.

São Gonçalo 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
11 mm (0.4 in)
Rainy days
3 days
Humidity
72% *
Windspeed
1 m/s (2 knots) *
Sunshine
238 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
57% *
* Data from: Funchal, Madeira (11 KM, 7 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 São Gonçalo in August

For São Gonçalo 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. The water temperature sits at about 23°C (73°F), making it perfect for swimming and water activities. Don't forget to pack your favorite swimwear and perhaps some snorkel gear. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in São Gonçalo 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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