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 | 85° | 66° | 0,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 82° | 64° | 0,3 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 | 61°F | 35°F cooler | 66 in |
| Porto | 170 mi | 61°F | 35°F cooler | 66 in |
| Seville | 195 mi | 68°F | +36°F warmer | 28 in |
| Spain | 312 mi | 61°F | 35°F cooler | 23 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+
- 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 56°F (13°C) in Lisbon with mainly clear. It feels like 56°F. Today runs from 53°F to 73°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.
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. July is the warmest month with average highs near 85°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 about average for October. The forecast high of 73°F is in line with the 75°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Lisbon today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Lisbon right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:27 AM, Oct 27 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 79° / 61°
Overcast · 3% rain · wind 4 mph
⛅ 79° / 58°
Partly cloudy · 10% rain · wind 4 mph
Things to do in Lisbon
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Lisbon.
Quick facts about Lisbon
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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 56°F (13°C) with mainly clear. 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+00:00). The local time is 12:27 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 October 27, 2026 at 12:27 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
