August weather forecast
Matosinhos, Portugal

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Weather in August

August continues to exude the warmth of summer with a temperature reaching a high of 23.9°C (75°F) in Matosinhos, Portugal. A decline in the number of sunshine hours makes way for slightly longer evenings. The sea temperature peaks during this month attracting more people towards water-based activities. There's also a negligible drop in atmospheric pressure, but it doesn’t materially affect the weather. Despite these minor changes, August maintains the overall warm and sunny ambiance typical of the season.

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 23.9°C (75°F) and 16.5°C (61.7°F) respectively, August is Matosinhos's warmest month.

Humidity

In Matosinhos, Portugal, the average relative humidity in August is 72%.

Rainfall

In August, in Matosinhos, the rain falls for 4.6 days. Throughout August, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 137.1 rainfall days, and 682mm (26.85") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Matosinhos, in August, the average water temperature is 17.6°C (63.7°F).
Note: Most people do not find pleasure in swimming when the water temperature is 17.6°C (63.7°F). Breathing becomes increasingly difficult to manage as the water temperature drops from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Matosinhos, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of August in Matosinhos, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 20:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 20:09 WEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.9h.

UV index

August is the month with the highest UV index in Matosinhos, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month in Matosinhos?

August is the warmest month of the year in Matosinhos, registering average temperatures as high as 23.9°C (75°F) and as low as 16.5°C (61.7°F).

What is the usual temperature for Matosinhos in August?

In Matosinhos, 23.9°C (75°F) is the average high-temperature and 16.5°C (61.7°F) is the average low-temperature during August.

What is the average humidity in August in Matosinhos?

The average relative humidity in August in Matosinhos is 72%.

How much does it rain in Matosinhos in August?

In August, in Matosinhos, the rain falls for 4.6 days. Throughout August, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the sea water temperature in August in Matosinhos?

In August, the average sea temperature in Matosinhos is 17.6°C (63.7°F). For most, swimming in 17.6°C (63.7°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

How many hours of daylight does Matosinhos have in August?

In Matosinhos, Portugal, the average day length in August is 13h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Matosinhos?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 20:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 20:09 WEST.

How many hours of sunshine does Matosinhos have in August?

In Matosinhos, Portugal, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Matosinhos?

August is the month with the highest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in August in Matosinhos?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Matosinhos is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average temperature in August - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average high temperature in August: 23.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 16.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (8.1°C).

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Average pressure in August
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average pressure in August - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average pressure in August: 1017.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1022.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average wind speed in August - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average wind speed in August: 11.8km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and November (14.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (10.7km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average humidity in August - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average humidity in August: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (71%).

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Average rainfall in August
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average rainfall in August - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average rainfall in August: 11mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (108mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (10mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average rainfall days in August - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average rainfall days in August: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.6 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average sea temperature in August - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average sea temperature in August: 17.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (18.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (13.8°C).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average sunshine days in August - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average sunshine days in August: 24.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average UV index in August - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in August
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average cloud cover in August - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average cloud cover in August: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 18).

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Average visibility in August
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average visibility in August - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, May, June, September, October and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, April, July, August and November (9km).

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