August weather forecast
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

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Weather in August

August, another warm summer month, continues with high temperatures peaking at around 23.2°C (73.8°F). The city enjoys the longest daylight hours among the summer months and a comparable extent of sunshine. Although August witnesses a mild increase in rainfall, it doesn’t disrupt the predominantly dry summer climate. It’s an excellent time to enjoy Ponta Delgada's beaches, especially with sea temperatures being the warmest. August encapsulates the essence of Mediterranean summers with sun-drenched days and starlit nights.

Temperature

In Ponta Delgada, the highest average temperatures are observed in August, with a high of 23.2°C (73.8°F) and a low of 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Ponta Delgada is 80%.

Rainfall

In Ponta Delgada, in August, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 26mm (1.02") of accumulated precipitation. In Ponta Delgada, Portugal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.8 days and collects up to 525mm (20.67") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 23.4°C (74.1°F), August is the month with the warmest seawater.
Note: Consideration of an individual's cold resistance, combined with conditions like sunshine, wind, and temperature, suggests that swimming in 23.4°C (74.1°F) water can be delightful. (Olympic swimming is usually in 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F) water.)

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 20:51. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 20:13 +00.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9h.

UV index

July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in August leads to these guidelines:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Caution! The Sun's UV rays become stronger due to reflections from water and sand.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the hottest in Ponta Delgada?

The highest temperatures in Ponta Delgada, Portugal, are recorded in August, with averages reaching a high of 23.2°C (73.8°F) and a low of 22.1°C (71.8°F).

What is the average August temperature in Ponta Delgada?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Ponta Delgada, is 23.2°C (73.8°F) and the average low-temperature is 22.1°C (71.8°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Ponta Delgada?

In Ponta Delgada, Portugal, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

How much does it rain in Ponta Delgada in August?

In Ponta Delgada, Portugal, during August, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 26mm (1.02") of precipitation.

What month is the sea warmest in Ponta Delgada?

August is the month with the warmest seawater in Ponta Delgada, Portugal, with an average sea temperature of 23.4°C (74.1°F).

What is the sea temperature in August in Ponta Delgada?

In August, the average sea temperature in Ponta Delgada, Portugal, is 23.4°C (74.1°F). A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 23.4°C (74.1°F) water.

What is the average length of the day in August in Ponta Delgada?

The average day length in August is 13h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Ponta Delgada?

On the first day of August in Ponta Delgada, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 20:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 20:13 +00.

How long on average sun shines in August in Ponta Delgada?

The average sunshine duration in August in Ponta Delgada, Portugal, is 9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Ponta Delgada?

July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Ponta Delgada.

How high is the UV index in August in Ponta Delgada?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Ponta Delgada, Portugal, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in August
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average temperature in August - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average high temperature in August: 23.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (16°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 22.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and March (14.7°C).

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Average pressure in August
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average pressure in August - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average pressure in August: 1022.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1016.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average wind speed in August - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average wind speed in August: 17.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (28.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (16.3km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average humidity in August - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in August
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average rainfall in August - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average rainfall in August: 26mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (89mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (15mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average rainfall days in August - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (9.1 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average sea temperature in August - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average sea temperature in August: 23.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (23.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (15.7°C).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average sunshine days in August - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (7.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average UV index in August - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and March (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in August
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average cloud cover in August - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average cloud cover in August: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in August
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average visibility in August - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

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

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