August weather forecast
Sagres, Portugal

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Weather in August

August continues the summer trend in Sagres, marked by warm days and crisp nights. The sea maintains a balmy temperature, providing relief from the heat. Weather conditions make for perfect beach holiday conditions with the sea temperature even rising to 20.8°C (69.4°F). As the sun sets, the temperature also dips, offering refreshing evenings. Despite being deep into the summer, August's weather feels decidedly pleasant in Sagres.

Temperature

August proves to be the warmest month, recording an average peak temperature of 22.2°C (72°F) and a minimum temperature of 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Humidity

In Sagres, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.

Rainfall

In Sagres, in August, it is raining for 1.4 days, with typically 3mm (0.12") of accumulated precipitation. In Sagres, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.2 days and collects up to 310mm (12.2") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In August, the average sea temperature in Sagres is 20.8°C (69.4°F).
Note: Swimming in water at 20.8°C (69.4°F) is not a pleasurable experience for most. The task of managing breathing becomes more challenging as the water temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Sagres, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 32min.
On the first day of August in Sagres, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 20:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 20:05 WEST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 11.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Sagres are July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month in Sagres?

The warmest period is August, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 22.2°C (72°F) and a low of 20.3°C (68.5°F).

What is the temperature in August in Sagres?

In Sagres, in August, the average high-temperature is 22.2°C (72°F), and the average low-temperature is 20.3°C (68.5°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Sagres?

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

How many days does it rain in August in Sagres?

In Sagres, during August, the rain falls for 1.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of precipitation.

What is the sea temperature in August in Sagres?

In Sagres, in August, the average water temperature is 20.8°C (69.4°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

How many hours of daylight does Sagres have in August?

In Sagres, Portugal, the average day length in August is 13h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Sagres?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 20:42. On the last day of the month, in Sagres, Portugal, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 20:05 WEST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sagres have in August?

In Sagres, Portugal, the average sunshine duration in August is 11.2h.

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

The months with the highest UV index in Sagres, Portugal, are July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in August in Sagres?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in August
Sagres, Portugal

Average temperature in August - Sagres, Portugal
  • Average high temperature in August: 22.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (14.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 20.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (13.3°C).

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Average pressure in August
Sagres, Portugal

Average pressure in August - Sagres, Portugal
  • Average pressure in August: 1016.4mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1022.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Sagres, Portugal

Average wind speed in August - Sagres, Portugal
  • Average wind speed in August: 23km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (25.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (18.6km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Sagres, Portugal

Average humidity in August - Sagres, Portugal
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, November and December (73%).

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Average rainfall in August
Sagres, Portugal

Average rainfall in August - Sagres, Portugal
  • Average rainfall in August: 3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Sagres, Portugal

Average rainfall days in August - Sagres, Portugal
  • Average rainfall days in August: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.4 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Sagres, Portugal

Average sea temperature in August - Sagres, Portugal
  • Average sea temperature in August: 20.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (21.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (16°C).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Sagres, Portugal
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Sagres, Portugal

Average sunshine days in August - Sagres, Portugal
  • Average sunshine days in August: 29.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (15.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
Sagres, Portugal

Average UV index in August - Sagres, 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, March, November and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in August
Sagres, Portugal

Average cloud cover in August - Sagres, Portugal
  • Average cloud cover in August: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).

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Average visibility in August
Sagres, Portugal

Average visibility in August - Sagres, 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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