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Outdoor activities Potential

82/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Best Time

August, July, June

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Avoid (Extreme Weather)

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Weather

6°C – 19°C

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Precipitation

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The best time to visit Peneda-Gerês for hiking is August, July, June, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable.

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Summer offers the most reliable hiking conditions in Peneda-Gerês, with open trails and longer daylight hours.

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Outdoor activities conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Peneda-Gerês

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
23Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
158
February
31Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
131
March
45Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
126
April
56Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
10°117
May
72Good
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
13°103
June
79Good
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°52
July
80Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
19°29
August
82Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
19°36
September
77Good
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°75
October
62Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
13°174
November
42Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
153
December
26Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
167

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Peneda-Gerês

When is the best time to visit Peneda-Gerês for outdoor activities?

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The best time to visit Peneda-Gerês for outdoor activities is typically in August, July, June, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Peneda-Gerês?

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Rainy season typically: October–January. It is generally better to avoid these months for outdoor activities.

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