August Weather in Santa Cruz

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Santa Cruz, Portugal, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 21°C (71°F). Highs can soar to 25°C (77°F), while lows may dip to 19°C (66°F). Typically, the humidity level in Santa Cruz throughout August hovers around 83%.

19°C (66°F)

Minimum temperature

21°C (71°F)

Average temperature

25°C (77°F)

Maximum temperature

83%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, Santa Cruz averages 13 mm (0.5 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 4 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 17 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 12 hours 14 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 58% probability of sunny days during this period.

13 mm (0.5 inches)

Precipitation

4 rainy days

Rainy days

12 hours 14 minutes

Sunshine hours

58%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in Santa Cruz reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 14:00 and 16:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 0 1 1 3 5 8 10 11 10 8 6 3 2
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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