Day
24 °C
Night
18 °C
Sea
23 °C
Precipitation
67 mm
in month
Rainy days
8 days
in month
Daylight
14 hours
average
Sunshine
7 hours
average
Humidity
81 %
Average daily temperature during the week of 7 July 2025 - 13 July 2025 was 17 °C (63 °F), average minimal (night) temperature was 13 °C (55 °F). The current temperatures are below the long-term average for Ilha do Pico, with the daily and nighttime temperatures being 23 °C (73 °F) and 17 °C (63 °F), respectively. On average, the temperatures during various times of day (in local time) were recorded as: 7am 14 °C (57 °F), 10am 16 °C (61 °F), 1pm 16 °C (61 °F), 4pm 16 °C (61 °F), 7pm 17 °C (63 °F), 10pm 15 °C (59 °F).
During this week: 1 day without rain, 1 day with light rain and 5 days with moderate rain were observed. Ilha do Pico received 8 mm (0.31 in) of precipitation throughout the week, which is slightly below its long-term average of 11 mm (0.43 in). On average, the cloud coverage during daylight hours (from dawn to dusk) was 62 %.
The wind's speed averaged 3.1 m/s. The air pressure was 1020 hpa - 1033 hpa. The air in Ilha do Pico had an average humidity of 81 %.
During the daytime (from dawn to dusk), there were in average: 3 hours clear skies, 4 hours partially overcast skies, 4 hours overcast skies and 4 hours rainy weather. On average, the time of sunrise was 06:38, and the time of sunset was 21:19.
Pico, located in Portugal, offers a diversified climate with a wide range of temperatures and seasonal variations. While temperatures soar to a high of 24 °C (76 °F) during August's sultry afternoons, they retreat to a mild 14 °C (57 °F) in the somewhat chillier month of February. The nocturnal climate sees temperatures decline to 9 °C (49 °F) in February, providing a cooler respite, and peaking at 18 °C (64 °F) in balmy August nights. The arid terrain is most apparent in July, as the aridity manifests in a scarce 6 days of rainfall. In stark contrast, December's skies open up for a substantial 15 days of precipitation.
The decrease in daytime temperature to 15 °C (58 °F) in Pico is noteworthy, as well as the continued decline in nighttime temperature to 10 °C (50 °F). We are witnessing the initial decrease in precipitation, recorded at 161 mm (6.33 in), and the onset of fewer rainy days, now numbering 14 days. Additionally, the increase in sunlit hours, free from cloud cover, is becoming apparent, now amounting to 3 hours.
As the rainfall amount further declines to 133 mm (5.24 in) in Pico, night temperatures have plummeted to their lowest at 9 °C (49 °F), concurrent with the nadir in daytime temperatures. Meanwhile, wind speeds soar to a peak of 8. The progression of cloudless sun hours is noticeable, now at 3 hours.
An increase in daytime temperatures to 15 °C (58 °F) is observable in Pico, as well as the commencement of rising nighttime temperatures at 10 °C (50 °F). Notably, the number of rainy days begins to drop, recorded at 13 days, contrasted by the start of a rise in rainfall volume at 144 mm (5.65 in). The ascent of unclouded sun hours continues, now at 4 hours.
The number of rainy days continues its descent to a value of 12 days in Pico, where the decrease in rainfall volume has also been noted at 111 mm (4.38 in). The steady rise in daylight sunshine, now reaching 5 hours, coincides with an uptick in daytime temperatures to 15 °C (60 °F). A dip in humidity marks the month's uniqueness.
With continued warming, daytime temperatures have climbed to 17 °C (63 °F) in Pico. It is expected that the number of rainy days will keep following a downward trend, currently at 10 days. The decrease in precipitation is also apparent, alongside the imminent buzz of tourist activity. Increasing sunny hours are recorded at 6 hours.
As the tourist season nears its zenith, daytime temperatures advance to 20 °C (68 °F), with nights warming to 14 °C (58 °F). The dip in rainy days is evident at 8 days, and rainfall continues to abate, quantified at 68 mm (2.67 in).
Tourist season peaks this month in Pico, with notable rises in daytime temperatures to 23 °C (74 °F). At this point, rainfall volumes hit a yearly low with 48 mm (1.89 in), and rainy days are at a bare minimum of 6 days. As the sun hours start to climb, they're now counted at 7 hours.
August showcases maximal temperatures during the day at 24 °C (76 °F) in Pico, with nights also registering their peak at 18 °C (64 °F). The months see an uptick in rainfall numbers. The zenith of the tourist season is reflected by peak sunlight hours.
As tourism continues, the accumulation of rainy days rises to 11 days, and parallel increases in precipitation are seen, now at 112 mm (4.41 in). A transition in temperatures is underway as they start to decline, registering at 23 °C (73 °F) during the day and 17 °C (62 °F) by night. Decreases in sunny hours commence, marked by 6 hours.
October's cool embrace is felt with the day temperature descending to 19 °C (67 °F) in Pico and the night temperature following suit at 14 °C (58 °F). Tourism still finds its way into Pico as rainy days ascend to 14 days. A gradual reduction in sunlit hours continues, now standing at 4 hours.
The decline in daytime temperatures to 17 °C (62 °F) persists in Pico, mirrored by nighttime temperature drops to 12 °C (54 °F). A noticeable lessening of sunny hours is apparent, calculated at 3 hours.
A further decline in the daytime temperatures to 15 °C (60 °F) characterizes Pico this month. The apex of precipitation volume at 186 mm (7.32 in), and peak rainy days at 15 days, testifies to the moisture-laden month of December. A scarcity of sunlit hours, at their lowest of 3 hours, signals the approaching winter solstice with abridged daylight hours.
During the day, temperatures in Pico average 15 °C (58 °F), while at night they drop to an average of 10 °C (50 °F).
A continuing drop in rainfall to 133 mm (5.24 in) accompanies the season's lowest night temperatures in Pico.
Humidity levels in Pico moderate slightly, with a recorded level of 79 %
April falls outside of Pico's dry season, characterized by rain for approximately 12 days.
In May, Pico anticipates an average of 10 days with rainfall.
The ocean will present a temperate 19 °C (66 °F) for marine activities in Pico.
Pico's daily temperatures in July average a pleasant 23 °C (74 °F).
Pico escapes the wet season in August, with the expectation of just 8 days of rain.
Average nighttime temperatures in September in Pico are quite accommodating, at 17 °C (62 °F).
October in Pico is generally welcoming to visitors, boasting manageable weather conditions.
November in Pico brings forth a notable wind speed average of 6.
In Pico, one can expect limited sunshine, averaging about 3 hours daily in December.