When to go to Lagos
May–June and Sep–Oct are warm and calmer. July–August is packed and pricey; Nov–Feb is mild, quiet and some venues close.
Lagos weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan15°55 mm
- Feb15°54 mm
- Mar16°72 mm
- Apr18°70 mm
- May20°38 mm
- Jun22°8 mm
- Jul24°1 mm
- Aug24°4 mm
- Sep23°24 mm
- Oct22°78 mm
- Nov18°101 mm
- Dec16°78 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C60°F | 12°C54°F | 55 mm | 79% | Cool |
| February | 15°C60°F | 12°C54°F | 54 mm | 80% | Cool |
| March | 16°C61°F | 13°C55°F | 72 mm | 80% | Cool |
| April | 18°C64°F | 14°C57°F | 70 mm | 79% | Cool |
| May | 20°C68°F | 16°C60°F | 38 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| June | 22°C72°F | 18°C64°F | 8 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| July | 24°C75°F | 18°C65°F | 1 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| August | 24°C76°F | 19°C66°F | 4 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| September | 23°C74°F | 19°C66°F | 24 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| October | 22°C71°F | 18°C64°F | 78 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| November | 18°C65°F | 15°C59°F | 101 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| December | 16°C61°F | 13°C56°F | 78 mm | 80% | 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 Lagos?
May–Jun, Sep–Oct. May–June and Sep–Oct are warm and calmer. July–August is packed and pricey; Nov–Feb is mild, quiet and some venues close.
When is the rainy season in Lagos?
Rain peaks in November with about 101 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Lagos?
August, with average highs of 24°C (76°F).
How cold does Lagos get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 12°C (54°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Visit Algarve
- CP Comboios de Portugal
- Rede Expressos
- Faro Airport (ANA)
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. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.