When to go to Albufeira
May–June and Sep–Oct are warm with fewer crowds. July–August is crowded and expensive; most bars close from November to March.
Albufeira weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan15°50 mm
- Feb16°53 mm
- Mar17°67 mm
- Apr19°62 mm
- May22°35 mm
- Jun26°8 mm
- Jul28°1 mm
- Aug28°4 mm
- Sep26°22 mm
- Oct23°75 mm
- Nov19°94 mm
- Dec16°72 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C60°F | 11°C52°F | 50 mm | 81% | Cool |
| February | 16°C60°F | 11°C51°F | 53 mm | 80% | Cool |
| March | 17°C63°F | 12°C53°F | 67 mm | 79% | Cool |
| April | 19°C66°F | 13°C56°F | 62 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| May | 22°C72°F | 15°C59°F | 35 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| June | 26°C78°F | 18°C64°F | 8 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| July | 28°C83°F | 19°C67°F | 1 mm | 62% | Pleasant |
| August | 28°C83°F | 20°C68°F | 4 mm | 64% | Pleasant |
| September | 26°C78°F | 19°C66°F | 22 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| October | 23°C73°F | 17°C63°F | 75 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| November | 19°C65°F | 14°C57°F | 94 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| December | 16°C61°F | 12°C54°F | 72 mm | 82% | Cool |
Best months across Portugal
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Lisbon | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (23°C) |
| Porto | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (24°C) |
| Algarve | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| Madeira | May–Jul, Sep–Oct | Aug (23°C) |
| Sintra | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (24°C) |
| Lagos | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (24°C) |
| Albufeira | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| Cascais | May–Jul, Sep–Oct | Aug (23°C) |
| Azores | Jun–Sep | Aug (24°C) |
| Faro | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| Ericeira | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (24°C) |
| Coimbra | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (34°C) |
| Douro Valley | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Aug (34°C) |
| Évora | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (34°C) |
| Braga | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (31°C) |
| Aveiro | May–Jul, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Nazaré | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (22°C) |
| Silver Coast | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (22°C) |
| Tavira | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Albufeira?
May–Jun, Sep–Oct. May–June and Sep–Oct are warm with fewer crowds. July–August is crowded and expensive; most bars close from November to March.
When is the rainy season in Albufeira?
Rain peaks in November with about 94 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Albufeira?
July, with average highs of 28°C (83°F).
How cold does Albufeira get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 11°C (51°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.