Algarve weather by month

Overall, the 100 miles of south-facing coastline that make up the Algarve has one of the best climates of anywhere in mainland Europe.

Praia da Marinha beach, Algarve, Portugal © Christopher Elwell - Dreamstime.com

There's plenty of sunshine all year round: in summer the Atlantic Ocean helps moderate temperatures, while in winter its southerly position and the ocean prevent the weather from becoming too cold.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °C	16	16	18	19	22	25	27	28	26	22	19	16
Hours of sunshine (daily)	5	6	7	8	10	11	12	11	9	7	6	5
Days with some rainfall	9	11	7	9	5	2	1	1	2	8	10	12
Sea temperature °C	16	15	15	16	17	19	20	21	20	19	18	17

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The climate guide for Algarve (Albufeira) shows long term monthly weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia), the Met Office & the Netherlands Meteorological Institute. Find out more about our data sources.

Algarve climate overview

The Algarve is Portugal's popular southern region. It's a holiday favourite with those who come for its long sunny days in summer, wide open beaches, pretty villages, golf courses and stylish hotels.

The busiest resorts, such as Albufeira, Faro and Tavira, are found along the coast while inland remains rural and the western part of the region around to Sagres is still truly wild.

The Algarve is by far one of Europe's most popular holiday destinations, and the Algarve's weather plays a major role in this. It's known for its abundant sunshine and settled conditions during the summer months.

The Algarve is Portugal's southern coastal region, renowned for its dramatic Atlantic coastline, fine beaches and crumbling cliffs.

Although the Algarve isn't actually in the Mediterranean, the weather in the Algarve has typically Mediterranean characteristics, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters.

What to pack for Algarve

From the middle of May to the middle of October, you really only need light clothing, but from November to the end of March, warmer layers are essential, including a raincoat for the odd days when it rains.

Algarve temperature by month

Compare the average temperature by month for popular destinations in the Algarve. Select a place from below to see more long term weather averages by month.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Albufeira	16	16	18	19	22	25	27	28	26	22	19	16
Alvor	16	16	17	19	21	24	26	26	26	22	19	16
Armacao de Pera	16	16	18	19	21	24	27	27	26	22	19	16
Carvoeiro	16	16	18	19	21	24	27	27	26	22	19	16
Faro	15	16	18	19	22	25	28	29	27	23	19	16
Lagos	15	16	17	18	20	23	25	25	25	22	18	16
Portimao	16	16	17	19	21	24	26	26	26	22	19	16
Praia Da Rocha	16	16	17	19	21	24	26	26	26	22	19	16
Quarteira	16	16	18	19	22	25	28	28	27	23	19	16
Vilamoura	16	16	18	19	22	25	28	28	27	23	19	16

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Temperature in Algarve (°C)

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Max temperature (daytime)	16	16	18	19	22	25	27	28	26	22	19	16
Min temperature (night-time)	8	9	9	11	13	15	18	17	17	15	11	9
Heat & Humidity	0	0	0	0	0	L	M	M	L	0	0	0
Sea temperature	16	15	15	16	17	19	20	21	20	19	18	17