Town in Lisbon, Portugal
Ericeira weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Ericeira
May–June and Sep–Oct have warm days and good waves. July–August is crowded; Nov–Mar brings the biggest swells, rain and wind.
Ericeira weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan14°73 mm
- Feb15°53 mm
- Mar16°63 mm
- Apr18°58 mm
- May20°34 mm
- Jun23°13 mm
- Jul24°4 mm
- Aug24°8 mm
- Sep24°26 mm
- Oct21°84 mm
- Nov17°93 mm
- Dec15°67 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C58°F | 9°C48°F | 73 mm | 84% | Cool |
| February | 15°C59°F | 9°C48°F | 53 mm | 81% | Cool |
| March | 16°C62°F | 10°C50°F | 63 mm | 80% | Cool |
| April | 18°C64°F | 12°C53°F | 58 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| May | 20°C69°F | 13°C56°F | 34 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| June | 23°C73°F | 16°C60°F | 13 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| July | 24°C75°F | 17°C62°F | 4 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| August | 24°C76°F | 17°C62°F | 8 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| September | 24°C75°F | 16°C61°F | 26 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| October | 21°C70°F | 15°C59°F | 84 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| November | 17°C63°F | 12°C53°F | 93 mm | 82% | Cool |
| December | 15°C59°F | 9°C49°F | 67 mm | 84% | 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 Ericeira?
May–Jun, Sep–Oct. May–June and Sep–Oct have warm days and good waves. July–August is crowded; Nov–Mar brings the biggest swells, rain and wind.
When is the rainy season in Ericeira?
Rain peaks in November with about 93 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Ericeira?
August, with average highs of 24°C (76°F).
How cold does Ericeira get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 9°C (48°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Save The Waves: Ericeira World Surfing Reserve
- Mafrense (bus)
- Câmara Municipal de Mafra
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.