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Portugal in August
Some family-run restaurants close for holidays; expect wildfire smoke risk on hot inland days.
What to expect in Portugal in August
August brings hot weather to Portugal, with daytime highs around 28°C (82°F) and overnight lows near 17°C (63°F). Skies are typically practically rain-free, with about 5 mm of rainfall on average. Some family-run restaurants close for holidays; expect wildfire smoke risk on hot inland days..
August is one of Portugal's busiest months, so book accommodation early and expect queues at the headline sights. Flights and hotels are at peak rates, so use our tracker below to spot any drops. Peak season runs July–August, for context.
What’s happening in August
- 🎉Jazz em Agosto · AugLong-running experimental jazz festival held in the outdoor amphitheater of the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation gardens, showcasing avant-garde and improvisational artists across roughly ten evenings in a leafy, intimate setting.
Live fares for Portugal in August
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