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Sortelha in August sees very high temperatures, with highs around 30°C (86°F) and overnight lows of 16°C (61°F). With just 15 mm (0.6 in) of rainfall on average, rain is rarely an issue.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June and September typically offer the best weather for Sortelha.
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46-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Sortelha typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 30°C (86°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows typically ranging from 14°C (57°F) to 17°C (63°F).
46-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Sortelha spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 29 years of weather observations in Sortelha between 1997 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
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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).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in August. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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