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High 15°C / low 10°C. Sunny most days.
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December, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 15 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 10 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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January, Low crowds, average high temperature 14 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 9 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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February, Low crowds, average high temperature 15 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 9 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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March, Low crowds, average high temperature 17 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 10 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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April, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 18 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 11 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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May, High crowds, average high temperature 21 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 13 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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June, Low crowds, average high temperature 23 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 15 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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July, High crowds, average high temperature 25 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 17 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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August, High crowds, average high temperature 26 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 17 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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September, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 25 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 17 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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October, High crowds, average high temperature 22 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 15 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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November, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 17 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 12 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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Rio Maior is well-known for its attractions such as Rio Maior Salt Flats and Casa Senhorial.

As Salinas Naturais de Rio Maior, também conhecidas como Salinas da Fonte da Bica, estão situadas no sopé da Serra dos Candeeiros, a três quilómetros de Rio Maior, em Portugal.

São compartimentos – talhos - feitos de cimento ou de pedra, de tamanho variado e pouco fundos, para onde, por regueiras, é conduzida a água salgada que se tira de um poço.

Presentemente, a água é elevada por meio de um motor e distribuída segundo um sistema conjuntamente aceite e respeitado (nem sempre) por todos os proprietários. Os esgoteiros, as eiras e as casas de madeira para armazenagem do sal, completam o conjunto do que é denominado Marinhas de Sal de Rio Maior.

Uma mina de sal-gema, muito extensa e profunda, segundo os técnicos, atravessada por uma corrente subterrânea que alimenta um poço, faz com que a água dele extraída seja salgada, sete vezes mais salgada que a do mar. Da sua exposição ao sol e ao vento e consequente evaporação da água obtêm-se o sal, depositado no fundo dos talhos e que depois é colocado em montes, em forma de pirâmides, para secar até ser recolhido.

O processo é rudimentar e semelhante ao usado nas salinas da beira-mar. Só há diferença no vale pitoresco que as rodeia, no poço, no estilo próprio dos marinheiros (como são conhecidos os homens que trabalham nas salinas), nas casas de madeira e no ar campestre que se respira.
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Frequently asked questions

What hotels do travelers recommend in Rio Maior?
Casa do Foral is an accommodation that is popular with guests.
Can I book a refundable accommodation in Rio Maior?
If you need the flexibility to change your travel plans to Rio Maior, most hotels offer refundable* rates you can book. You can see these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.
Where can I stay in Rio Maior if I want a vacation rental instead of a hotel?
Browse 8 vacation homes on our site. You can also consider one of the 5 cottages for your trip.
What will the weather in Rio Maior be like during my vacation?
August and July are typically the warmest months in Rio Maior when the average temp is 68°F. January and February are the coldest months when the average temperature is 54°F. November and December are the months with the most rain.
Why should I book my Rio Maior accommodation with Hotels.com?
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