Sintra weather and climate
Sintra weather and climate
Day
21 °C
Night
14 °C
Sea
18 °C
Precipitation
92 mm
in month
Rainy days
9 days
in month
Daylight
11 hours
average
Sunshine
7 hours
average
Humidity
74 %
Day
21 °C
Night
14 °C
Sea
18 °C
Precipitation
92 mm
in month
Rainy days
9 days
in month
Daylight
11 hours
average
Sunshine
7 hours
average
Humidity
74 %
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Weather overview for Sintra
Weather overview
Sintra (Portugal) in general has a hot climate. The day temperatures range from 14.0 °C (57.2 °F) in January to 24.0 °C (75.2 °F) in August. The highest sea temperatures in Sintra are in August with 18.7 °C (65.7 °F) and the lowest in February with 14.4 °C (58.0 °F). The driest month is July with just 1 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is November with 11 days of rain. Temperatures during the night go from 8.0 °C (46.4 °F) in January to 16.2 °C (61.2 °F) in August.
January weather
The descent of the sea temperature can be observed, with its value of 14.9 °C (58.7 °F) in Sintra, while the minimum of the day temperature is observable, with its value of 14.0 °C (57.2 °F). The number of rainy days descent's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 10 days, and the rainfall amount starts to descent as well, with its value of 89 mm (3.51 in). The minimum of the night temperature can be noticed, with its value of 8.0 °C (46.4 °F). The minimum of the wind speed is observable, with its value being 3.5.
February weather
The beginning of the rise of the day temperature could be noticed, with its value being 14.9 °C (58.8 °F) in Sintra, while the minimum of the sea temperature is observable in February. The rainfall amount continues to descent, the value of this measure is 78 mm (3.08 in). The night temperature starts to rise, its value is 8.5 °C (47.3 °F). The beginning of the rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) could be noticed, with its value of 5 hours.
March weather
The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 17.2 °C (63.0 °F) in Sintra, and the night temperature continues to rise too, with its value of 10.2 °C (50.4 °F). The number of rainy days starts to descent, with its value of 7 days, while the descent of the rainfall amount can be observed, with its value of 52 mm (2.06 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, with its value of 7 hours.
April weather
The sea temperature starts to rise, with its value being 15.1 °C (59.1 °F) in Sintra, while the day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 17.8 °C (64.0 °F). The number of rainy days rise's start could be observed, its value is 9 days, and the rainfall amount starts to rise as well, the value of this measure is 64 mm (2.51 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 8 hours. The night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 10.9 °C (51.6 °F).
May weather
The sea temperature continues to rise, with its value being 16.0 °C (60.8 °F) in Sintra, and the rise of the day temperature can be observed as well, its value is 19.5 °C (67.1 °F). The number of rainy days descent's start could be observed, with its value of 6 days, and the beginning of the descent of the rainfall amount could be noticed as well, its value is 49 mm (1.94 in). The night temperature continues to rise, the value of this measure is 12.5 °C (54.5 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, with its value of 9 hours.
June weather
The day temperature continues to rise, the value of this measure is 22.3 °C (72.1 °F) in Sintra, and the rise of the sea temperature can be observed as well, with its value being 17.5 °C (63.5 °F). The descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, with its value being 3 days, and the rainfall amount continues to descent as well, with its value of 16 mm (0.63 in). The maximum of the day length can be noticed, the value of this measure is 15 hours. The night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 15.0 °C (59.0 °F).
July weather
The tourist season is at its beginning this month in Sintra. The sea temperature rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 18.3 °C (65.0 °F), and the day temperature continues to rise as well, its value is 23.5 °C (74.3 °F). The number of rainy days reaches its minimum, the value of this measure is 1 days, and the rainfall amount reaches its minimum too, with its value being 5 mm (0.20 in). The maximum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed, with its value being 11 hours.
August weather
The maximum of the day temperature can be noticed, with its value being 24.0 °C (75.2 °F) in Sintra, and the maximum of the sea temperature is observable too in August. There is pending tourist season, and the dry season is close to its peak as well. The minimum of the humidity is observable, with its value of 64 %. The night temperature reaches its maximum in August.
September weather
The tourist season is taking place in Sintra, and the dry season is taking place too. The beginning of the descent of the day temperature could be noticed, with its value being 22.7 °C (72.9 °F), and the night temperature starts to descent as well in September. The number of rainy days rise's start could be observed, and the beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed too in September.
October weather
The beginning of the descent of the sea temperature could be noticed in Sintra, while the day temperature continues to descent, the value of this measure is 20.6 °C (69.1 °F). The number of rainy days continues to rise, and the rainfall amount continues to rise as well, the value of this measure is 92 mm (3.63 in). The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 14.1 °C (57.4 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent.
November weather
The sea temperature descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 16.9 °C (62.3 °F) in Sintra, and the day temperature continues to descent too, the value of this measure is 16.9 °C (62.4 °F). The rainfall amount is on its maximum, the value of this measure is 114 mm (4.50 in), and the maximum of the number of rainy days can be noticed as well in November. The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent, the value of this measure is 5 hours. The descent of the night temperature can be observed, with its value being 11.3 °C (52.3 °F).
December weather
The day temperature continues to descent, its value is 14.4 °C (57.9 °F) in Sintra, and the descent of the sea temperature can be observed as well, with its value being 15.7 °C (60.2 °F). The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month. The day length reaches its minimum in this month. The minimum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) is observable in this month.
FAQs
How windy is Sintra in March?
In March in Sintra, there will be an average wind scale of 4.1.
How many hours of sun to expect in Sintra in April?
There is an average length of sunshine of 8 hours per day in Sintra in April.
Is May a good month to visit Sintra?
Sintra can be visited in May - the weather will be moderate. The temperature of 12.5 °C (54.5 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.
How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in Sintra in June?
In Sintra in June, we can expect 3 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 0.6 days of the week, or in general - 9 % days.
What temperature can I expect during the day in Sintra in July?
In Sintra in July, the average daily temperatures will be 23.5 °C (74.3 °F). A comfortable temperature for most people, where it is neither too cold nor too hot, and a large number of activities can be carried out comfortably, including sunbathing by the water. Lighter clothing will be suitable - shorts, skirts, t-shirts, jackets; a light sweater and long trousers may also be useful.
What is the sea temperature in Sintra in August?
In Sintra in August expect the sea to be warm at 18.7 °C (65.7 °F). At this sea temperature, swimming probably won't be the best experience. You probably won't like to stay in water for a long time. On the other hand, there are a minority of people who seek these conditions.
Is September part of the wet season in Sintra?
No, there is no wet season in Sintra in September - you can expect 4 days of rain during the month.
What is the night temperature in October in Sintra?
The average night temperature in October in Sintra is 14.1 °C (57.4 °F). Nights can be cooler, morning running can be refreshing but choose appropriate clothing, evening outdoor sitting can be pleasant but you can also be cold.