The best times to visit Minho for ideal weather are

March 26th to November 4th

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

 

 


Other Minho Travel Info

Weather in Minho

Temperature

Average temperatures in Minho vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some cold weeks in the winter, with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 45th 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 Minho, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 90.2°F (32.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 59.8°F (15.4°C) at night.

Minho Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Minho 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.

Minho Perceived Temperature (F)

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Minho Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Minho 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 55.8 47.6 40.5
Feb 60.8 49.5 39.3
Mar 66 54.2 41.1
Apr 73.5 61.5 46.8
May 76.1 64.9 50.7
Jun 82.9 70.2 55.2
Jul 87.7 74.4 58.7
Aug 86.8 73.5 58.6
Sep 82.4 68.7 54.7
Oct 73.1 61.3 50.1
Nov 61.3 51.8 43.7
Dec 56.1 47.4 40.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 13.2 8.7 4.7
Feb 16 9.7 4.1
Mar 18.9 12.3 5.1
Apr 23.1 16.4 8.2
May 24.5 18.3 10.4
Jun 28.3 21.2 12.9
Jul 30.9 23.6 14.8
Aug 30.4 23.1 14.8
Sep 28 20.4 12.6
Oct 22.8 16.3 10.1
Nov 16.3 11 6.5
Dec 13.4 8.6 4.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Minho are August, July, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early August. For example, on the week of July 30th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early May with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of April 30th.

When can you find snow in Minho? Weather stations report no annual snow. 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 Minho.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Minho (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 28% 0 4.3
Feb 26% 0 3.1
Mar 10% 0 1.2
Apr 24% 0 2.7
May 21% 0 3.2
Jun 10% 0 1
Jul 4% 0 0.5
Aug 3% 0 0.2
Sep 12% 0 1.5
Oct 21% 0 3.9
Nov 27% 0 3.2
Dec 18% 0 2.3

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 28 0 10.9
Feb 26 0 7.9
Mar 10 0 3
Apr 24 0 6.9
May 21 0 8.1
Jun 10 0 2.5
Jul 4 0 1.3
Aug 3 0 0.5
Sep 12 0 3.8
Oct 21 0 9.9
Nov 27 0 8.1
Dec 18 0 5.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Minho has some very humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is July (46.6% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (78.1%).

Wind in Minho is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is July, followed by June and May. July’s average wind speed of around 3.6 knots (4.2 MPH or 6.7 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid to late August where average top sustained speeds reach 7.2 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 2.7 Barely noticeable 4.4 Light breeze
Feb 3.2 Barely noticeable 5.3 Light breeze
Mar 3.4 Barely noticeable 5.7 Light breeze
Apr 3.3 Barely noticeable 5.8 Light breeze
May 3.5 Barely noticeable 5.7 Light breeze
Jun 3.5 Barely noticeable 5.9 Light breeze
Jul 3.6 Barely noticeable 6 Light breeze
Aug 3.5 Barely noticeable 6.4 Light breeze
Sep 2.9 Barely noticeable 5.1 Light breeze
Oct 2.5 Barely noticeable 4.5 Light breeze
Nov 2.2 Barely noticeable 4.1 Light breeze
Dec 2.5 Barely noticeable 4.5 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 77.3%
Feb 68%
Mar 55.5%
Apr 54.3%
May 54.6%
Jun 49.6%
Jul 46.6%
Aug 46.8%
Sep 53.6%
Oct 66.9%
Nov 78.1%
Dec 77.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Minho?

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 Minho, Portugal is May, followed by August and July. 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 Minho in November. 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 extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 37.1 in November means 37.1% of the tourists vs. May.

 

 

Overall Minho Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 80°F (26.7°C) and 62.7°F (17.1°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 second 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 quite warm. These months see the least precipitation with 1 to 3 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Minho, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 84.5°F (29.2°C) and 54.7°F (12.6°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 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 Minho to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 62.7°F (17.1°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 5 to 9 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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