When is the best time to go to Castelo Branco?

When is the best time to go to Castelo Branco? Here's some information to help you in your decision:

  • The best months for good weather in Castelo Branco are May, June, July, August, September and October
  • On average, the warmest months are July and August
  • Castelo Branco has dry periods in July and August
  • The coldest months are January and February
  • The rainiest months are February, October, November and December


Annual weather in Castelo Branco

For full information about the climate and weather in Castelo Branco a specific month, click on the corresponding line below:

Month
January 41°F/54°F
3.7in
February 41°F/58°F
3.9in
March 43°F/63°F
3.7in
April 47°F/67°F
3.4in
May 54°F/76°F
2.1in
June 61°F/85°F
0.7in
July 65°F/92°F
0.2in
August 63°F/94°F
0.2in
September 61°F/85°F
1.9in
October 56°F/74°F
4.7in
November 49°F/61°F
4.5in
December 43°F/56°F
4.6in


Weather and climate in Castelo Branco

Castelo Branco enjoys a hot-summer Mediterranean climate in accordance with the Köppen-Geiger classification. The yearly average maximum temperature in Castelo Branco is 72°F (ranging from 54°F in january to 94°F in august). Annual rainfall is 33.6in, with a minimum of 0.2in in july and a maximum of 4.7in in october.
  • In january the climate is bad. By early evening, the temperature averages 45°F and, in january, 6 days of rain are expected.
  • Between february and march the climate is passable, but still OK. It is for example 63°F as maximum temperature in march and you can expect to have 3.7in of rainfall/month during this period.
  • In april the climate is good. the thermometer goes up to 67°F°C and it rains about 3.4in each month.
  • Between may and september the climate is very good. At lunchtime, it's 83°F in average.
  • In october the climate is favorable. The record temperature this month is 94°F and you can expect to have 4.7in of rainfall/month during this period.
  • Between november and december the climate is just OK. By early evening, the temperature averages 47°F and you can expect to have 4.6in of rainfall/month during this period.


Charts: temperature and rainfall in Castelo Branco

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

Outside temperature

Precipitation (rainfall)

Daily sunshine hours

Humidity


Peak visitor numbers and tourist seasons in Castelo Branco

Find out when Castelo Branco 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 Castelo Branco

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

Figure: Visitor index for Castelo Branco month by month



Best time for low prices in Castelo Branco

Average prices of hotels in Castelo Branco month by month

Generally, November is the month with the lowest hotel prices in Castelo Branco. So this is a great time to save on your holiday! In contrast, March is statistically the most expensive month of the year for hotels.

Find the best price for your hotel room


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