City in Central Portugal, Portugal
Coimbra weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Coimbra
Spring and early autumn are warm and pleasant. July–August can top 38°C; winter is cool, rainy and quiet. Queima das Fitas (May) is the big student festival.
Coimbra weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan14°108 mm
- Feb15°82 mm
- Mar18°93 mm
- Apr20°82 mm
- May24°53 mm
- Jun29°25 mm
- Jul33°9 mm
- Aug34°14 mm
- Sep30°40 mm
- Oct24°119 mm
- Nov17°121 mm
- Dec14°100 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C56°F | 5°C41°F | 108 mm | 88% | Cool |
| February | 15°C59°F | 5°C42°F | 82 mm | 84% | Cool |
| March | 18°C64°F | 7°C45°F | 93 mm | 81% | Cool |
| April | 20°C68°F | 9°C49°F | 82 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| May | 24°C76°F | 12°C53°F | 53 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| June | 29°C84°F | 15°C58°F | 25 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| July | 33°C91°F | 16°C61°F | 9 mm | 57% | Pleasant |
| August | 34°C92°F | 16°C62°F | 14 mm | 54% | Hot |
| September | 30°C86°F | 15°C59°F | 40 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
| October | 24°C75°F | 12°C54°F | 119 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| November | 17°C62°F | 8°C46°F | 121 mm | 85% | Cool |
| December | 14°C57°F | 6°C42°F | 100 mm | 88% | Cool |
Best months across Portugal
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Lisbon | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (23°C) |
| Porto | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (24°C) |
| Algarve | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| Madeira | May–Jul, Sep–Oct | Aug (23°C) |
| Sintra | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (24°C) |
| Lagos | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (24°C) |
| Albufeira | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| Cascais | May–Jul, Sep–Oct | Aug (23°C) |
| Azores | Jun–Sep | Aug (24°C) |
| Faro | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| Ericeira | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (24°C) |
| Coimbra | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (34°C) |
| Douro Valley | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Aug (34°C) |
| Évora | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (34°C) |
| Braga | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (31°C) |
| Aveiro | May–Jul, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Nazaré | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (22°C) |
| Silver Coast | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (22°C) |
| Tavira | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Coimbra?
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Spring and early autumn are warm and pleasant. July–August can top 38°C; winter is cool, rainy and quiet. Queima das Fitas (May) is the big student festival.
When is the rainy season in Coimbra?
Rain peaks in November with about 121 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Coimbra?
August, with average highs of 34°C (92°F).
How cold does Coimbra get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 5°C (41°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 2.4°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.