Algarve, PortugalQuick decision
When to visit Algarve?
🌞 Best time overall
July
🌡️ Optimal temperature
18°C–28°C in July
🌧 Least rain
2% rainy days in July
🌧 Wettest month
January (21%)
📅 Best score
10.0/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Beach & CliffsJuly–August — Praia da Marinha, Ponta da Piedade, Meia Praia.
SurfingOctober–March — Sagres and Arrifana for Atlantic swells.
Kayaking & CavesJune–September — calm sea, Benagil caves accessible.
FamilyJune or September — sea 20–22°C, safe beaches.
BudgetMarch or November — decent weather, prices -40%.
Monthly climate data
Algarve weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 10°C | 16°C | 21% | 1.7 | 9.1h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ February | 11°C | 17°C | 25% | 1.7 | 10.0h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 11°C | 18°C | 36% | 2.8 | 11.0h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 13°C | 19°C | 32% | 1.6 | 12.4h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 14°C | 23°C | 16% | 0.8 | 13.0h | 8.6/10 |
| ☀️ June | 17°C | 25°C | 10% | 0.3 | 13.9h | 9.3/10 |
| ☀️ July | 18°C | 28°C | 2% | 0.0 | 13.7h | 10.0/10 |
| ☀️ August | 19°C | 29°C | 0% | 0.0 | 13.0h | 9.5/10 |
| ☀️ September | 18°C | 26°C | 10% | 0.5 | 11.4h | 8.9/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 17°C | 24°C | 24% | 1.9 | 10.6h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 13°C | 20°C | 30% | 2.1 | 9.1h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ December | 11°C | 17°C | 29% | 2.1 | 9.0h | 7.1/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 20°C, 28% rainy days, 12.1h sunshine/day. Score: 7.7/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Excellent time
Average 27°C, 4% rainy days, 13.5h sunshine/day. Score: 9.6/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 23°C, 21% rainy days, 10.4h sunshine/day. Score: 8.1/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 17°C, 25% rainy days, 9.4h sunshine/day. Score: 7.1/10.
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Tip : January, February offer a good weather/price balance — decent score with fewer crowds.
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FAQ
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July is ideal with 2% rainy days and 28°C.
January is the wettest month with 21% rainy days.
Yes, July is the best month with an average of 28°C.
In winter, the average score is 7.1/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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