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Weather & Climate in Penela, Portugal
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Penela enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 538 feet.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 58.9°F |
| 9% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 538 ft (164 m) |
| Area | 36.0 sq mi (93.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0333°N, 8.3833°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
66 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.2.
| Aug 17, 2017 | 5 km N of Arruda dos Vinhos, Portugal | M4.2 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Mar 27, 2010 | 13 km SE of Vale da Amoreira, Portugal | M4.1 | 136 km | 15 km |
| Jan 15, 2018 | 25 km NNW of Évora, Portugal | M4.1 | 143 km | 11 km |
| Mar 7, 1997 | 66 km NW of Peniche, Portugal | M3.9 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Apr 3, 1995 | 4 km E of Tocha, Portugal | M3.9 | 41 km | 5 km |
| Jul 31, 1998 | 23 km W of Estremoz, Portugal | M3.8 | 137 km | 5 km |
| Aug 20, 1998 | 13 km SSE of Mêda, Portugal | M3.8 | 135 km | 11 km |
| Apr 10, 2001 | 6 km SSE of Louriçal, Portugal | M3.7 | 29 km | 10 km |
| Nov 24, 1993 | Portugal | M3.6 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Feb 1, 2017 | 4 km WSW of Porto de Mós, Portugal | M3.6 | 64 km | 11 km |
| Feb 18, 1990 | 2 km ENE of Abrigada, Portugal | M3.6 | 111 km | 10 km |
| Apr 30, 1999 | 7 km WNW of Marinha Grande, Portugal | M3.6 | 61 km | 10 km |
| Aug 11, 1993 | 3 km SSW of Vilela, Portugal | M3.6 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Sep 4, 1996 | 4 km E of Santo Isidoro, Portugal | M3.6 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Aug 18, 1998 | 11 km SSE of Mêda, Portugal | M3.5 | 135 km | 8 km |
| Jun 20, 1991 | 3 km SE of Tavarede, Portugal | M3.5 | 39 km | 20 km |
| Dec 31, 1996 | 4 km N of Luso, Portugal | M3.5 | 43 km | 10 km |
| May 10, 1990 | 69 km W of Gafanha da Encarnação, Portugal | M3.5 | 125 km | 10 km |
| Jun 22, 1993 | 18 km W of Espinho, Portugal | M3.5 | 113 km | 10 km |
| Oct 7, 1993 | 8 km NNW of Campo de Besteiros, Portugal | M3.4 | 69 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 5.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 4.9 in | |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 1.8 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 4.2 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 5.4 in |
Penela has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 47°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 39.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (0.5").