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CLIMATE
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There are two fundamental
aspects to the pleasant Portuguese climate : the Atlantic
felt more in the North, the continental and the Mediterranean,
which dominates the south. Portugal experiences similar
temperatures to Spain though the effect of the climate on
the vegetation.
During winter average
daytime maxim is about 16°C (61°F) approximately 5-6 hours
of sunshine per day. Spring months gradually warm up with
average maximum temperatures reaching up to 22°C (72°F)
for approximately 10 hours of sunshine per day. During the
summer temperatures around 25°C (78°F) and 11 or 12 hours
of sunshine per day.
The northern region
benefits from the Atlantic cyclones while South and East
are dominated by the subtropical anticyclone that allows
temperatures to rise up to 40°C during the summer.
Generally the climate
in Portugal is neither too hot nor too cold. It all depends
on the area and the time of the year you choose to visit
Portugal.
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