Climate Insights for Luz

Tavira, Distrito de Faro, Portugal

Hottest
August
32°C peak
Coldest
January
8°C low
Wettest
October
57mm rain
Best to Visit
April, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Luz is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 323mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 57mm of rainfall. Luz is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 8°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 15° Average: 11° Min: 8° Feb Max: 17° Average: 13° Min: 9° Mar Max: 18° Average: 14° Min: 10° Apr Max: 21° Average: 17° Min: 13° May Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 15° Jun Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 18° Jul Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 20° Aug Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 21° Sep Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Oct Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 16° Nov Max: 19° Average: 15° Min: 12° Dec Max: 16° Average: 13° Min: 10°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Luz vary considerably across the year, with a 24°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 8°C and an average of 11°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 23mm Feb Precipitation: 29mm Mar Precipitation: 51mm Apr Precipitation: 37mm May Precipitation: 23mm Jun Precipitation: 5mm Jul Precipitation: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 1mm Sep Precipitation: 15mm Oct Precipitation: 57mm Nov Precipitation: 38mm Dec Precipitation: 43mm
Precipitation

Luz is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 323mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 27mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 57mm of rainfall. March and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0mm. That's 57mm less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 16km/h Feb Wind Speed: 17km/h Mar Wind Speed: 19km/h Apr Wind Speed: 18km/h May Wind Speed: 18km/h Jun Wind Speed: 19km/h Jul Wind Speed: 18km/h Aug Wind Speed: 18km/h Sep Wind Speed: 17km/h Oct Wind Speed: 16km/h Nov Wind Speed: 16km/h Dec Wind Speed: 15km/h
Wind Speed

Luz is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 17km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 15km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 16km/h in winter, 18km/h in spring, 18km/h in summer, 16km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Luz, which began on March 20, 2026. Luz is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 8°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 10 to 25°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 111mm over the season and a monthly average of 37mm. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 18 to 32°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 6mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 12 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 111mm over the season and a monthly average of 37mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 8 to 17°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 96mm over the season and a monthly average of 32mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 11°
Feb 13°
Mar 14°
Apr 17°
May 20°
Jun 23°
Jul 26°
Aug 26°
Sep 23°
Oct 20°
Nov 15°
Dec 13°

The best time to visit Luz is during April, May, June, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 29mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 32°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 8°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Luz based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
8 °C
15 °C
16 km/h
23 mm
0 cm
Feb
9 °C
17 °C
17 km/h
29 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
10 °C
18 °C
19 km/h
51 mm
0 cm
Apr
13 °C
21 °C
18 km/h
37 mm
0 cm
May
15 °C
25 °C
18 km/h
23 mm
0 cm
Jun
18 °C
28 °C
19 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Jul
20 °C
32 °C
18 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Aug
21 °C
32 °C
18 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Sep
19 °C
28 °C
17 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Oct
16 °C
24 °C
16 km/h
57 mm
0 cm
Nov
12 °C
19 °C
16 km/h
38 mm
0 cm
Dec
10 °C
16 °C
15 km/h
43 mm
0 cm
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