Best time to visit Benagil Cave
Re-score for me — drag the dial — every chart on the page recolours live for your heat limit 27°C
Default 27 °C is the upper edge of the Holiday Climate Index "ideal comfort" band (Scott, Rutty, Amelung & Tang, 2016). Above this, most warm-tourism travellers report measurable discomfort.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
How is this scored? HCI / Steadman / CCI gate — full methodology and citations below.
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Tours in Benagil Cave
28 top-rated tours via Viator. Booking links earn this site a commission at no cost to you. Map locations are approximate (centred on Benagil Cave).
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From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour] - 2
Benagil Kayak - 3
Portimão: Benagil caves and Dolphins • Marine Biologist on board - 4
Benagil SUP - 5
Benagil Boat Trip with Lunch, Open Bar & Fun Water Activities - 6
Portimão to Benagil: Adrenaline Wave 90 Minutes Cave Tour - 7
Benagil Cave - Sunrise or Sunset Kayak Tour (Small groups) - 8
Kayak Tour: Explore the coastal caves of Benagil - 9
Benagil Kayak Tour On Board a Fantastic Catamaran - 10
Benagil Cave Cruise - 11
Benagil: Guided tour through the caves and Praia da Marinha - 12
Private Tour - Benagil & Marinha Beach (Max 8PAX) - 13
Exclusive Private Boat Tour Combine Sea Caves and stop for Lunch - 14
From Faro: Visit Benagil Cave, Marinha Beach, Algar Seco & More - 15
Benagil Cave 1 Hour Express Kayak tour SMALL GROUPS - 16
Albufeira: Dolphins and Caves Private Tour - 17
Benagil Cave by Boat + Carvoeiro + AlgarSeco Caves by Minivan from Lagos - 18
Benagil Cave Boat Tour - Catamarans or Rib - 2 H From Portimão - 19
Seven Hanging Valleys Guided Hiking Tour from Albufeira - 20
Private Tour - Benagil Caves - 21
From Lisbon to Algarve : Portimão & Boat trip to Benagil Sea Cave - 22
Private Benagil Kayak Tour (28 PAX) - 23
Exclusive Private Luxury Algarve Catamaran Boat Trip - 24
The Original Benagil Caves Kayak Adventure - 25
Kayak Tour around Benagil to see Sunset or Sunrise - 26
Portimão: Benagil Caves and Coastline - 1H30 - 27
2 Tours Private / Tour ALGARVE Second day Tour SINTRA - 28
Algarve Uncovered: Coast, Culture, and Villages Tour
Last refreshed 2026-10-18.
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Other destinations with the most-alike year-round climate to Benagil Cave (apparent temperature, rain hours, sunshine — matched within the same trip-profile). The ±N chip compares each match's typical score for the current month against Benagil Cave's. Based on the 2020-2024 climatology, not this year's actual weather.
Month-by-month
| Month | Temp °C | Feels °C | Rain days | Rain h | Rain h/day | Humidity | Wind km/h | Sun h | UV | Interest | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 10–16 | 14 | 5 | 65 | 13.0 | 69% | 18 | 191 | 2 | Quiet | 8 |
| Feb | 11–18 | 16 | 6 | 72 | 12.0 | 65% | 20 | 188 | 3 | Quiet | 8 |
| Mar | 11–19 | 16 | 9 | 110 | 12.2 | 61% | 21 | 230 | 5 | Quiet | 8 |
| Apr | 13–21 | 19 | 7 | 92 | 13.1 | 57% | 21 | 261 | 7 | Moderate | 9 |
| May | 15–25 | 23 | 4 | 40 | 10.0 | 48% | 22 | 293 | 7 | Moderate | 10 |
| Jun | 17–27 | 26 | 3 | 45 | 15.0 | 49% | 22 | 299 | 8 | Busy | 10 |
| Jul | 20–32 | 31 | 0 | 1 | — | 41% | 21 | 315 | 9 | Peak | 6 |
| Aug | 20–31 | 31 | 0 | 3 | — | 42% | 21 | 298 | 8 | Peak | 6 |
| Sep | 18–26 | 27 | 5 | 54 | 10.8 | 56% | 20 | 247 | 6 | Busy | 10 |
| Oct | 16–24 | 23 | 7 | 94 | 13.4 | 61% | 20 | 219 | 4 | Quiet | 9 |
| Nov | 13–20 | 19 | 8 | 85 | 10.6 | 69% | 18 | 188 | 3 | Quiet | 8 |
| Dec | 11–17 | 16 | 7 | 101 | 14.4 | 72% | 19 | 177 | 2 | Quiet | 7 |
UV Index in Benagil Cave by Month
UV index in Benagil Cave peaks at 9 (very high) in July, dropping to 2 (low) in December. June, July, August reach very high or extreme levels — apply SPF 50+, wear a hat and protective clothing, and limit direct sun between 11:00 and 17:00.
Best months in detail
June
10/1017–27°C · 3 rain days (45h) · 299 sun hours · 49% humidity · Busy crowd · UV 8 (very high)
May
10/1015–25°C (feels 23°C) · 4 rain days (40h) · 293 sun hours · 48% humidity · Moderate crowd · UV 7 (high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 9 (very high)
September
10/1018–26°C · 5 rain days (54h) · 247 sun hours · 56% humidity · Busy crowd · UV 6 (high)
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January
8/1010–16°C (feels 14°C) · 5 rain days (65h) · 191 sun hours · 69% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 2 (low)
February
8/1011–18°C (feels 16°C) · 6 rain days (72h) · 188 sun hours · 65% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 3 (moderate)
March
8/1011–19°C (feels 16°C) · 9 rain days (110h) · 230 sun hours · 61% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 5 (moderate) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 7 (high)
April
9/1013–21°C (feels 19°C) · 7 rain days (92h) · 261 sun hours · 57% humidity · Moderate crowd · UV 7 (high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 8 (very high)
July
6/1020–32°C · 0 rain days (1h) · 315 sun hours · 41% humidity · Peak crowd · UV 9 (very high)
August
6/1020–31°C · 0 rain days (3h) · 298 sun hours · 42% humidity · Peak crowd · UV 8 (very high)
October
9/1016–24°C · 7 rain days (94h) · 219 sun hours · 61% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 4 (moderate) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 6 (moderate)
November
8/1013–20°C · 8 rain days (85h) · 188 sun hours · 69% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 3 (low) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 3 (moderate)
December
7/1011–17°C (feels 16°C) · 7 rain days (101h) · 177 sun hours · 72% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 2 (low)
Frequently asked questions about visiting Benagil Cave
When is the best time to visit Benagil Cave?
June is the highest-scoring month (10/10 on the Holiday Climate Index). Typical conditions: 17–27°C (3 rainy days). The top three months by score are June, May, September.
What is the worst time to visit Benagil Cave?
August is the lowest-scoring month (6/10, capped by extreme heat). Typical conditions: 20–31°C (0 rainy days).
Is Benagil Cave too hot in summer?
2 months (July, August) trip the heat deal-breaker in our scoring: apparent temperature crosses the comfort cap, so even with clear skies and low rain the score is held down. Plan around it if heat tolerance is low.
When are crowds lowest in Benagil Cave?
Search-interest seasonality (Google Trends 2021-2025) is lowest in December and peaks in August. Interest tracks both in-trip visitors and lead-time planners, so treat it as a "destination is on people's minds" signal rather than literal arrivals.
Which months in Benagil Cave have good weather but fewer tourists?
April (climate 9/10, crowd index 45) and October (climate 9/10, crowd index 31) — shoulder months with above-average climate and below-median search-interest. Often the best value-for-weather trade.
What is the UV index in Benagil Cave by month?
UV peaks at 9 (very high) in July and is lowest in December at 2 (low). Monthly peak values: Jan 2, Feb 3, Mar 5, Apr 7, May 7, Jun 8, Jul 9, Aug 8, Sep 6, Oct 4, Nov 3, Dec 2. June, July, August reach very high or extreme levels — apply SPF 50+, wear a hat and protective clothing, and limit direct sun between 11:00 and 17:00.
What is the UV index in Benagil Cave in July?
July is the peak UV month in Benagil Cave, with a daily-peak UV index of 9 (very high). At this level, sunburn can occur in under 20 minutes on unprotected fair skin. Apply SPF 50+, wear protective clothing and a hat, and avoid direct midday sun (11:00–17:00).
How high can UV get in Benagil Cave on the sunniest days?
Most days look like the monthly average, but on the sunniest ~1 in 10 days UV climbs higher than the mean suggests. May is the worst case: typical days average UV 7 (high), but the top 10% of days reach UV 9 (very high) — and even higher. Months where the sunniest days routinely exceed the typical reading: March, April, May, October, November. Plan sun protection for the worst case, not the average.