August weather forecast
Ponta Do Sol, Portugal

The last month of the summer, August, is a moderately hot month in Ponta Do Sol, Portugal, with an average temperature ranging between min 16°C (60.8°F) and max 23°C (73.4°F).

Temperature

Ponta Do Sol records the warmest temperatures in August, averaging a high of 23°C (73.4°F) and a low of 16°C (60.8°F).

Rainfall

In Ponta Do Sol, in August, during 3 rainfall days, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ponta Do Sol, there are 101 rainfall days, and 736mm (28.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Ponta Do Sol, in August, the average water temperature is 23.3°C (73.9°F).
Note: The allure of a swim in 23.3°C (73.9°F) waters can be influenced by your feelings towards the cold, today's sunshine, the wind's touch, and the ambient warmth. To put it in perspective, Olympic standards demand water temperatures of 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F).

Daylight

In Ponta Do Sol, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 19min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 21:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:42 and sunset at 20:34 WEST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 8h of sunshine.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 10, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 10 during August translates into the following directions:
Always prioritize safety measures. Rapid harm can befall unprotected skin and eyes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. To guard against sunburn, use sunscreen with at least 30 SPF. It also counters the Sun's detrimental radiation effects on the immune system. Watch out! Reflections from sand and water can surge UV radiation exposure.