Long summers, mild winters and bags of sunshine all year round make the Algarve one of Europe’s few genuine trans-seasonal destinations.
A pleasant sea breeze generally stops the temperature from getting uncomfortably hot over summer, and it’s rare to see a frost on the grass even in the coldest winters.
The Atlantic is a tad nippier than the Med, so if you’re dreaming of sculling about in the ocean then stick to the warmer months – that’s anytime between May and September.

With so many popular sun, sea ‘n’ sand destinations, prices soar during the summer holidays. May, June, early July and September are great times to visit, with plenty of well-priced Algarve holiday deals on offer and weather that’s more than good enough for sunbathing and swimming.
Cheap holidays to the Algarve are plentiful from October through to April, although you’ll see a price rise during the Easter holidays and over half term breaks from school. Even if you’re restricted to school holidays, though, there are plenty of Algarve package deals available at bargainous prices.