Capital city, Portugal
Lisbon weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Lisbon
Spring and autumn are warm and calmer; Jul–Aug is hot and crowded; Nov–Feb is mild but wet. Santo António (June) fills the streets.
Lisbon weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan14°65 mm
- Feb14°51 mm
- Mar16°60 mm
- Apr17°54 mm
- May19°31 mm
- Jun21°11 mm
- Jul22°3 mm
- Aug23°6 mm
- Sep22°25 mm
- Oct20°79 mm
- Nov17°92 mm
- Dec15°64 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C58°F | 11°C52°F | 65 mm | 81% | Cool |
| February | 14°C58°F | 10°C51°F | 51 mm | 80% | Cool |
| March | 16°C60°F | 12°C53°F | 60 mm | 80% | Cool |
| April | 17°C62°F | 13°C55°F | 54 mm | 80% | Cool |
| May | 19°C66°F | 14°C58°F | 31 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| June | 21°C69°F | 16°C61°F | 11 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| July | 22°C72°F | 17°C63°F | 3 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| August | 23°C73°F | 18°C64°F | 6 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| September | 22°C72°F | 17°C63°F | 25 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| October | 20°C69°F | 16°C61°F | 79 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| November | 17°C63°F | 13°C56°F | 92 mm | 80% | Cool |
| December | 15°C59°F | 12°C53°F | 64 mm | 82% | 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 Lisbon?
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Spring and autumn are warm and calmer; Jul–Aug is hot and crowded; Nov–Feb is mild but wet. Santo António (June) fills the streets.
When is the rainy season in Lisbon?
Rain peaks in November with about 92 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Lisbon?
August, with average highs of 23°C (73°F).
How cold does Lisbon get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 10°C (51°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Metropolitano de Lisboa
- Carris
- Lisbon Airport (ANA)
- CP Comboios de Portugal
- Visit Lisboa
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.