As well as July, August is one of the hottest months of the year in Algarve.
The high temperatures and hours of sunshine can leave the climate stiflingly hot.
Don't expect any relief from the heat with rainfall, as there is very little expectation of any wet weather during this time of the year.
If you're in Algarve at this time of the year protect yourself with a high SPF sun cream and stay out of the sun during the hottest hours of the day as the rays can be fierce.
The hot and sunny weather means that this a very popular time to visit Algarve, so you may have to jostle for your spot on the sand.
The average daily temperature for this month in Algarve is 28°C (82°F) which can reach 28°C (82°F) or drop to 22°C (72°F).
There is an average of 10 hours of sunshine each day in Algarve.
The average temperature of the sea during this month is 21°C (70°F).
The average humidity in Algarve at this time of the year is 63%.
The average amount of rainfall this month is 1 mm.
The scorching August weather may well mean that you don't feel like doing much more than tanning yourself on the glorious Algarve beaches and relaxing in the sea.
If you do want to peel yourself off of your beach towel, though, a refreshing dip in the sea may be just the thing to help cool you off. Algarve's sunny shores are the perfect location off of which to try some water sports. There are plenty on offer, kite surfing, kayaking and surfing to name but a few. You can even realy explore the underwater world and try snorkelling or go scuba diving.
