Best Time to Visit Lisbon
Best time to visit Lisbon: May, June, July, August and September. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Lisbon
Go in May, June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and March - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Lisbon month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60° | 50° | 6,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 62° | 52° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 64° | 51° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 70° | 55° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 74° | 58° | 1,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 81° | 63° | 0,8 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 85° | 66° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 86° | 66° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 79° | 63° | 1,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 75° | 62° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 66° | 55° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 60° | 49° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Lisbon compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Lisbon.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Praia da Marinha | 120 mi | 65°F | +33°F warmer | 27 in |
| Douro River | 170 mi | 60°F | 35°F cooler | 68 in |
| Porto | 170 mi | 60°F | 35°F cooler | 68 in |
| Seville | 195 mi | 68°F | +36°F warmer | 29 in |
| Spain | 312 mi | 61°F | 35°F cooler | 25 in |
Best time to visit each airport in Lisbon
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each district in Lisbon
1 districts and neighborhoods mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 36 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and March - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Lisbon is a city in Portugal. Lisbon is known for Tram 28, tiles and Atlantic light. It has a population of about 545.000.
Right now it is 67°F (19°C) in Lisbon with overcast. It feels like 71°F. Today runs from 67°F to 73°F. Chance of precipitation is 88%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.7/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Lisbon is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is Mediterranean. January, February and March tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 86°F, while December is the coldest with lows near 49°F.
The closest major airport is Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS), about 4 mi away. Nearby highlights include Praia da Marinha and Douro River.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 73°F is 13.1°F below the 86°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Lisbon today at 9.8/10. Gusts to 36 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Lisbon right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 9:49 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
⛈️ 73° / 67°
Thunderstorm · 88% rain · wind 14 mph
🌤️ 76° / 63°
Mainly clear · 0% rain · wind 8 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Lisbon?
Lisbon is a city in Portugal. Its coordinates are 38.7223, -9.1393. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Lisbon right now?
It is currently 67°F (19°C) with overcast. Humidity is 91% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Lisbon?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Lisbon, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Lisbon in?
Lisbon observes Europe/Lisbon (UTC+01:00). The local time is 9:49 AM.
How many people live in Lisbon?
Lisbon has a population of approximately 545.000.
What is the nearest airport to Lisbon?
The closest airports are Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS), 4 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Lisbon?
Popular options include Praia da Marinha and Douro River.
What places are in Lisbon?
Lisbon covers 2 places in this atlas, including Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport and Alfama.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 9:49 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
