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Rainfall in Algarve by month

Plan your trip to Algarve by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Algarve ranges from 2.0 - 116.0 mm per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 116.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Algarve when rainfall is around 2.0 mm.

Temperature in Algarve by month

Plan your trip to Algarve by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Algarve, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 24.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

Algarve climate

The climate is Mediterranean. Summers are hot – reaching 30 degrees or hotter in July and August – and winters are blissfully mild. Most of the rain falls between October and January.

Getting around Algarve

There are buses connecting the towns of the Algarve but for maximum independence, renting a car is your best bet. 

What is good to know if travelling to Algarve?

  • Faro is set on the Formosa Lagoon, with endless islands of sand and long stretches of beach. 
  • Tavira is a beautiful old town well worth visiting and the journey there is also pleasant – passing orange and fig groves.
  • Vilamoura has some of the best golf courses in Europe.
  • Surfing is fantastic in the west.
  • The forests around Monchique (chestnut and almond) offer great walking and trekking opportunities.
  • For boat trips and scuba diving, make for the protected grottos of the central part of the coast.
  • When is the best time to fly to Algarve?

    Peak season: The Algarve is popular year-round with spikes in visitors during the European school holidays. July and August, mid-to-late October, Easter and early June are among the busiest times. Off season: November and January/February are low-season times when flight prices and hotel rates are lower. This is the rainest and coolest time of year though.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Algarve if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Algarve on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • Does Faro have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Faro can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Faro?

    Yes. Faro has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. BLife RYA private rooms - Airport stay is the closest property to Faro (0.0 km away from Faro).

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