Praia da Luz Weather

Weather In Praia da Luz - One of the sunniest resorts in Europe
The Algarve is famous for its warm weather and Praia da Luz is no exception, boasting scorching summer temperatures and warm, sunny winters. This area of southern Portugal receives over 3000 hours of sunshine per year, making it the ideal, year round sunshine destination. British holiday makers flock to this area for the glorious weather and miles of spectacular beaches in resorts such as Praia da Luz, Praia da Rocha and Praia de Oura. The location on the Atlantic Ocean and the closeness to North Africa is an unbeatable combination that gives high temperatures and day long sunshine.

Praia da Luz Weather - Unbeatable constant beach weather
During the long, hot summer months, you can expect the temperature in Praia da Luz to reach well over the 20C mark. The hottest months of June, July and August will see the area benefiting from around 12 hours of sunshine per day, and the temperatures will stay around 28C but can hit 30C and above on a daily basis. April, May, September and October will still have temperatures above 20C, with the sun beating down for around 10 hours. Sea temperatures during the hottest months will be above 20C, making the clear waters perfect for swimming, snorkelling and diving. The climate in Praia da Luz during the summer is truly a beach lovers dream, and every day will see clear, sunny skies and perfect beach weather.

Weather In Praia da Luz - Warm sunshine during the winter months
The very mild winters in Praia da Luz has made this resort a popular destination for holiday makers who wish to escape the cold winter climate of the UK. A holiday in December and January will experience the coldest months but even at this time of year Praia da Luz receives around six hours of sunshine per day with temperatures of between 10C and 15C. November, March and April are still very warm at around 19C and rainfall is short-lived, usually lasting no more than an hour at a time.