Town in Lisbon, Portugal
Sintra weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Sintra
Spring and early autumn are mild and less crowded. July–August is hot and packed; winter is damp, foggy and quiet, with cheaper stays.
Sintra weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan13°73 mm
- Feb14°53 mm
- Mar15°63 mm
- Apr17°58 mm
- May19°34 mm
- Jun22°13 mm
- Jul23°4 mm
- Aug24°8 mm
- Sep23°26 mm
- Oct20°84 mm
- Nov16°93 mm
- Dec14°67 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°C56°F | 8°C46°F | 73 mm | 84% | Cool |
| February | 14°C57°F | 8°C46°F | 53 mm | 81% | Cool |
| March | 15°C60°F | 9°C48°F | 63 mm | 80% | Cool |
| April | 17°C62°F | 10°C51°F | 58 mm | 78% | Cool |
| May | 19°C67°F | 12°C54°F | 34 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| June | 22°C71°F | 14°C58°F | 13 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| July | 23°C73°F | 16°C60°F | 4 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| August | 24°C74°F | 16°C61°F | 8 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| September | 23°C73°F | 15°C60°F | 26 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| October | 20°C68°F | 14°C57°F | 84 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| November | 16°C61°F | 11°C51°F | 93 mm | 82% | Cool |
| December | 14°C57°F | 8°C47°F | 67 mm | 84% | 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 Sintra?
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Spring and early autumn are mild and less crowded. July–August is hot and packed; winter is damp, foggy and quiet, with cheaper stays.
When is the rainy season in Sintra?
Rain peaks in November with about 93 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Sintra?
August, with average highs of 24°C (74°F).
How cold does Sintra get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 8°C (46°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Parques de Sintra (palace tickets)
- CP Comboios de Portugal
- Scotturb
- Visit Sintra
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 0.9°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.