The best times to visit Lourinha for ideal weather are

April 9th to October 14th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Lourinha Travel Info

Weather in Lourinha

Temperature

Average temperatures in Lourinha vary little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very enjoyable all year with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 74th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Lourinha, the hottest months are August, September, and then July. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late August to early September where highs are regularly around 71.3°F (21.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 63.7°F (17.6°C) at night.

Lourinha Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Lourinha Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Lourinha Perceived Temperature (F)

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Lourinha Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Lourinha Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 58.1 54.9 51.6
Feb 58 54.3 50.7
Mar 60.6 56.3 53
Apr 63.8 59.3 56
May 65.8 61.6 58.8
Jun 68 64.4 61.8
Jul 69.1 65.6 63.2
Aug 70 66.1 63.5
Sep 70.2 65.9 63
Oct 68.6 64.4 61.1
Nov 62.6 59.2 55.7
Dec 59.3 55.6 52

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 14.5 12.7 10.9
Feb 14.4 12.4 10.4
Mar 15.9 13.5 11.7
Apr 17.7 15.2 13.3
May 18.8 16.4 14.9
Jun 20 18 16.6
Jul 20.6 18.7 17.3
Aug 21.1 18.9 17.5
Sep 21.2 18.8 17.2
Oct 20.3 18 16.2
Nov 17 15.1 13.2
Dec 15.2 13.1 11.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Lourinha are July, September, and then August. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid June. For example, on the week of June 18th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid April with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of April 16th.

When can you find snow in Lourinha? Weather stations report far greater snow than most tourist destinations snow through most of the year likely to be deepest around November, especially close to mid November. The best time to ski (if at all) in Lourinha is often around around November 12th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Lourinha.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Lourinha (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 25% 9.5 3.7
Feb 25% 29.1 2.5
Mar 11% 33.5 1.5
Apr 24% 13.4 2.6
May 14% 0 1.3
Jun 6% 0 0.7
Jul 1% 0 0.1
Aug 3% 0 0.8
Sep 3% 0 0.2
Oct 18% 25.2 2.9
Nov 25% 42.9 6
Dec 19% 0 2.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 25 24.1 9.4
Feb 25 73.9 6.4
Mar 11 85.1 3.8
Apr 24 34 6.6
May 14 0 3.3
Jun 6 0 1.8
Jul 1 0 0.3
Aug 3 0 2
Sep 3 0 0.5
Oct 18 64 7.4
Nov 25 109 15.2
Dec 19 0 5.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Lourinha has some extremely humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is February (68.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (82.5%).

Wind in Lourinha is usually moderate. The windiest month is February, followed by December and January. February’s average wind speed of around 11 knots (12.7 MPH or 20.4 KPH) is considered “a moderate breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late January and early February where average top sustained speeds reach 17.5 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Lourinha.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 10.5 Gentle breeze 15.6 Significant breeze
Feb 11 Significant breeze 16 Significant breeze
Mar 10.3 Gentle breeze 14.6 Significant breeze
Apr 9.1 Gentle breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
May 9.8 Gentle breeze 13.8 Significant breeze
Jun 9.1 Gentle breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
Jul 9.2 Gentle breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Aug 8.7 Gentle breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Sep 7.8 Gentle breeze 11.4 Significant breeze
Oct 8.7 Gentle breeze 13.4 Significant breeze
Nov 10 Gentle breeze 15.3 Significant breeze
Dec 10.8 Gentle breeze 15.8 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 69.8%
Feb 68.4%
Mar 69.7%
Apr 72.7%
May 73.9%
Jun 78.3%
Jul 80%
Aug 82.5%
Sep 80.5%
Oct 75.7%
Nov 69.8%
Dec 68.8%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Lourinha?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Portugal; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 30, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Lourinha, Portugal is April, followed by January and May. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Lourinha in October. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 50.9 in October means 50.9% of the tourists vs. April.

 

 

Overall Lourinha Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 67.9°F (19.9°C) and 58.6°F (14.8°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 3 to 7 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with 0 to 2 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Lourinha, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 71.3°F (21.8°C) and 59.1°F (15.1°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 1 to 8 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Lourinha to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 60.4°F (15.8°C) and 56.4°F (13.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 8 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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