When is the best time to go to Ponta do Sol?

When is the best time to go to Ponta do Sol? Here's some information to help you in your decision:

  • The weather is good all year round in Ponta do Sol
  • On average, the warmest months are July, August, September and October
  • Ponta do Sol has dry periods in July and August
  • The rainiest months are January, October, November and December
  • The best months for swimming are July, August, September, October and November


Annual weather in Ponta do Sol

For full information about the climate and weather in Ponta do Sol a specific month, click on the corresponding line below:

Month
January 63°F/65°F
2.5in
February 61°F/63°F
2in
March 61°F/63°F
1.6in
April 63°F/65°F
1.2in
May 65°F/67°F
0.6in
June 68°F/70°F
0.8in
July 70°F/74°F
0.3in
August 72°F/76°F
0.3in
September 72°F/74°F
0.9in
October 72°F/74°F
2.3in
November 67°F/70°F
2.6in
December 67°F/67°F
2.5in


Weather and climate in Ponta do Sol

Ponta do Sol enjoys a warm-summer Mediterranean climate in accordance with the Köppen-Geiger classification. The yearly average maximum temperature in Ponta do Sol is 68°F (ranging from 63°F in february to 76°F in august). Annual rainfall is 17.3in, with a minimum of 0.3in in august and a maximum of 2.6in in november.
  • From january to may the climate is favorable. By early evening, the temperature averages 67°F and it rains about 0.6in each month.
  • In the month of june the climate is perfect. It is for example 70°F as maximum temperature in june.
  • In july the climate is favorable. The record temperature this month is 81°F and, in july, 0 days of rain are expected.
  • In the month of august the climate is very good. The temperature rises to 76°F and it rains in august about 0.3in.
  • Between the months of september and october the climate is favorable. By early evening, the temperature averages 72°F and, in october, 3 days of rain are expected.
  • In the month of november the climate is okay. The temperature rises to 70°F and, in november, 4 days of rain are expected.
  • In the month of december the climate is beautiful. At lunchtime, it's 67°F in average and it rains about 2.5in each month.


Charts: temperature and rainfall in Ponta do Sol

In the charts below, you can see the following seasonal norms for the city of Ponta do Sol: the minimum and maximum outdoor temperature, the risk and amount of monthly rainfall, daily average sunshine, sea temperature, and relative humidity for each month of the year.

Outside temperature

Precipitation (rainfall)

Daily sunshine hours

Sea temperature

Humidity


Peak visitor numbers and tourist seasons in Ponta do Sol

Find out when Ponta do Sol has its high tourist season (the period when the influx of tourists is highest) and off-peak tourist season using our data and figures.

Tourist seasons in Ponta do Sol

  • Very low season in Ponta do Sol
    The months with the lowest number of tourists are: January, February, March, November and December.
  • Low season in Ponta do Sol
    The months with low numbers of tourists are: April, May, June and October.
  • High season in Ponta do Sol
    The number of visitors to Ponta do Sol is high in: July and September.
  • Peak season in Ponta do Sol
    The largest number of tourists visiting Ponta do Sol is during: August.

Figure: Visitor index for Ponta do Sol month by month



Best time for low prices in Ponta do Sol

Average price of hiring a car in Ponta do Sol

On average, it costs $ 45 per day to hire a car in Ponta do Sol. This price varies by $ 28 depending on the month. In november, hiring a car costs an average of $ 30 per 24 hours, so this is the best time to save money! In contrast, the average price in august is $ 58.

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