Climate of Castelo Branco, Portugal
Area-weighted average across Castelo Branco. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Castelo Branco, a subdivision of Portugal, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 8°C / 46.4°F in January to 23.1°C / 73.6°F in August, with rainfall from 9 mm / 0.4 in to 134 mm / 5.3 in depending on the season (912 mm / 35.9 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C46.4°F | 134 mm5.3″ | — |
| February | 9.2°C48.6°F | 103 mm4.1″ | — |
| March | 11.5°C52.7°F | 97 mm3.8″ | — |
| April | 12.7°C54.9°F | 77 mm3″ | — |
| May | 15.9°C60.6°F | 68 mm2.7″ | — |
| June | 20.3°C68.5°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| July | 23°C73.4°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| August | 23.1°C73.6°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| September | 20.4°C68.7°F | 41 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 15.7°C60.3°F | 94 mm3.7″ | — |
| November | 11.2°C52.2°F | 114 mm4.5″ | — |
| December | 8.6°C47.5°F | 133 mm5.2″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Castelo Branco?
The best months to visit Castelo Branco, Portugal for sunny, dry weather are June, July, August, September. The warmest month is August at an area-wide average of 23.1°C / 73.6°F, and the driest is July with about 9 mm / 0.4 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Castelo Branco?
Castelo Branco, Portugal has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 8°C / 46.4°F in January to 23.1°C / 73.6°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 912 mm / 35.9 in, with the wettest month being January (134 mm / 5.3 in) and the driest July (9 mm / 0.4 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Castelo Branco?
The hottest month in Castelo Branco is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 23.1°C / 73.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Castelo Branco?
The coldest month in Castelo Branco is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 8°C / 46.4°F.
When does it rain most in Castelo Branco?
The wettest month in Castelo Branco is January, averaging about 134 mm / 5.3 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 9 mm / 0.4 in.