Monthly weather forecast and Climate
Lisbon, Portugal PT

With over 290 days of sunshine in a year, Lisbon is one of the best all-year-round cities to visit. The Portuguese capital has a subtropical-Mediterranean climate.

The summers in Lisbon are warm and sunny. Winters are short, rainy and mild.
Summer temperatures in Lisbon are quite tolerable. The warmest month is July, with mean temperatures of 75.2°F (24°C).
Winter temperatures in Lisbon almost never go below freezing. January is, on average the coldest month with a mean temperature of 51.8°F (11°C).

The gulf stream largely influences the climate in this metropolitan city. Hence rain predominantly falls during the winter months. Most precipitation falls in November and December, with December being the wettest month. Lisbon is mostly dry in June, July, and August. July, on average, is the driest month.


Portugal's climate is generally mild, resulting in the fact that practically any time is a pleasant time to visit Lisbon. Nonetheless, the best times to visit are May, June, July, August, and September. Those months have excellent weather.
Although those are summer months, the temperature is not extraordinarily high. Moreover, cool breezes blow from the ocean and ease the heat creating a pleasant temperature.
The skies are clear, and there are a lot of fun activities, carnivals, and festivals happening around this time. The weather allows for the exploration of Lisbon in its entirety. It is thus a great time to sample every bit of fun that the city has to offer. The ocean water during these months is excellent for swimming and other water-related fun activities.

Though there isn't the worst time to visit Lisbon, the winter months of December, January and February are not ideal, as they are chilly and often rainy.
The upside to visiting Lisbon during winter are prices of accommodation. They are substantially lower, as hotels are striving to attract tourists with special deals.

The winter's cold is worst in January. Temperatures remain at 53°F (11.7°C). Much of December's rain is gone, and now is the time to go out and enjoy delicious al fresco meals by the river or on restaurant terraces. There are not many tourists in January to challenge the acquisition of a perfect spot by the Tagus river (Rio Tejo). Weather in January »

Atlantic waters are still quite cold and not inviting. The ocean waters are generally low, 58°F (14.4°C), and there's no need for short sleeves and swimsuits during February. A tourist's itinerary should preferably involve indoor activities. Nonetheless, average temperatures begin to rise averaging 54°F (12.2°C). Lisbon skies begin to clear as the rain and clouds gradually disappear.
Take advantage of this weather conditions to participate in walk tours of the city. Weather in February »

March in Lisbon is a time when the winter weather is going away, and nicer weather is slowly setting in. Though the average temperatures are slowly rising, the city is still quite cold with a mean temperature of 58°F (14.4°C).
The skies tend to be overcast most of the time, but there's only a 17% chance of rain in March.
This month is excellent for exploring the city's renowned tourist attraction sites. Weather in March »

Fantastic weather in April wakes up the wonderful flora, that can be enjoyed while strolling through many beautiful parks, like Jardim da Estrela, or hiking on any one of the seven Lisbon Hills.
Mean temperature of 60°F (15.6°C) makes April a fabulous month to visit Lisbon. The ocean waters are great for surfing with temperatures of 59°F (15°C). Weather in April »

Lisbon is fairly warm in May, with an average temperature of 65°F (18.3°C). The Bars along Tagus River host numerous wine lovers at this time of year. One can comfortably stay out late on Lisbon streets, savoring the excellent wines Portugal has to offer. Weather in May »

Lisbon comes to life with carnivals and celebrations in June. The skies are mostly sunny, with very little chance of rain. With the mean temperature of 70°F (21.1°C), summer in June is mild and comfortable. Weather in June »

Lisbon is in the middle of summer in July. The average temperature is 73°F (22.8°C). There's hardly any rain, and ocean water temperature is 65°F (18.3°C).
There is not a better time to visit the beach and enjoy the surfs in Lisbon than July. Weather in July »

Almost anything done in Lisbon during this time will be pleasurable. Visitors can enjoy sunbathing from a sun lounger or spend time enjoying a breath-taking panoramic view of the sunset as seen from Lisbon clifftops.
The mean temperature is 73°F (22.8°C). There's practically no rain, and the sea waters are pleasent at 66°F (18.9°C). Weather in August »

The days are long and warm. The mean September temperature is 72°F (22.2°C), the sea water's 66°F (18.9°C), and the sky is primarily clear.
September is a great time to be hanging around the city's miradouros (viewpoints.) Windsurfing at Costa da Caparica is an ideal activity in this time of year. Weather in September »

In October, Lisbon is amber as autumn starts. Visit Sintra's UNESCO World Heritage Site and capture all the beauty of the autumn leaves as they change color in October.
The weather is nice for tours and exploration. Temperatures stand at a mean of 66°F (18.9°C), and the average chance of rain is 23%. At 62°F (16.7°C), the sea is still suitable for a quick swim. Weather in October »

The summer crowds are long gone, and Lisbon's residents have settled into their native lifestyles. The restaurants now offer meals at lower prices, dining places are much calmer, and it is easier to navigate through the narrow Bairro Alto streets during these times.
Mean temperatures are 58°F (14.4°C). However, clouds are common in most days, and there's a decent chance of rain. November is the wettest month in Lisbon. Weather in November »

Winter kicks in December. Temperatures drop to 54°F (12.2°C) and most days are overcast and rainy. Appropriate use of this time would be to explore the beauty and tranquillity that Lisbon's indoor tourist attraction sites have to offer.
December is a great time to go and uncover the awe-inspiring mummies and gothic relics in the Carmo Archaeological Museum. Art lovers could also visit the National Museum of Contemporary Art and experience the beauty of unique, priceless sculptures and paintings. Weather in December »
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