The best times to visit Porto Santo for ideal weather are

May 28th 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 Porto Santo Travel Info

Weather in Porto Santo

Temperature

Average temperatures in Porto Santo vary little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very enjoyable all year with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is among the most temperate — in the 90th 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 Porto Santo, 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 79.1°F (26.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 69.2°F (20.7°C) at night.

Porto Santo Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Porto Santo 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.

Porto Santo Perceived Temperature (F)

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Porto Santo Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Porto Santo 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 65.2 61.2 56.8
Feb 65 60.4 56
Mar 66 60.9 56.4
Apr 68 62.4 57.8
May 70.3 64.7 60.5
Jun 73.5 68 64
Jul 76.7 70.9 67.2
Aug 78.5 72.8 68.9
Sep 77.6 72.2 67.8
Oct 75.3 70.3 65.7
Nov 70 65.8 61.5
Dec 67.1 63.2 58.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 18.4 16.2 13.8
Feb 18.3 15.8 13.3
Mar 18.9 16.1 13.6
Apr 20 16.9 14.3
May 21.3 18.2 15.8
Jun 23.1 20 17.8
Jul 24.8 21.6 19.6
Aug 25.8 22.7 20.5
Sep 25.3 22.3 19.9
Oct 24.1 21.3 18.7
Nov 21.1 18.8 16.4
Dec 19.5 17.3 14.8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Porto Santo are July, August, 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 June. For example, on the week of June 4th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid November with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of November 12th.

When can you find snow in Porto Santo? 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 Porto Santo.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Porto Santo (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 14% 0 1.9
Feb 14% 0 2
Mar 12% 0 1.4
Apr 12% 0 1.4
May 9% 0 0.8
Jun 3% 0 0.3
Jul 0% 0 0.1
Aug 2% 0 0.2
Sep 9% 0 1
Oct 15% 0 2
Nov 23% 0 3.5
Dec 16% 0 2.3

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 14 0 4.8
Feb 14 0 5.1
Mar 12 0 3.6
Apr 12 0 3.6
May 9 0 2
Jun 3 0 0.8
Jul 0 0 0.3
Aug 2 0 0.5
Sep 9 0 2.5
Oct 15 0 5.1
Nov 23 0 8.9
Dec 16 0 5.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Porto Santo has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is May (65.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (70.1%).

Wind in Porto Santo is usually moderate. The windiest month is November, followed by March and May. November’s average wind speed of around 9.4 knots (10.8 MPH or 17.4 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid to late November where average top sustained speeds reach 15.9 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 8.5 Gentle breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Feb 9 Gentle breeze 14.4 Significant breeze
Mar 9.4 Gentle breeze 14.6 Significant breeze
Apr 8.9 Gentle breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
May 9.3 Gentle breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
Jun 9.2 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Jul 9.3 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Aug 8.7 Gentle breeze 13 Significant breeze
Sep 7.6 Gentle breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Oct 8.3 Gentle breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
Nov 9.4 Gentle breeze 14.7 Significant breeze
Dec 8.8 Gentle breeze 14.3 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 70.1%
Feb 66.6%
Mar 67.1%
Apr 65.6%
May 65.3%
Jun 67.4%
Jul 68.5%
Aug 67.6%
Sep 69.5%
Oct 69%
Nov 66.2%
Dec 69.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Porto Santo?

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 Porto Santo, Portugal is January, followed by February and October. 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 Porto Santo 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 somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 50.4 in November means 50.4% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Porto Santo Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 71.6°F (22°C) and 65°F (18.3°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 3 to 4 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

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 1 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Porto Santo, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 78.6°F (25.9°C) and 67.4°F (19.7°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 3 to 7 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is somewhat cool this time of year in Porto Santo to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 67.9°F (19.9°C) and 64.1°F (17.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 5 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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