Best Time to Visit Alfama
Best time to visit Alfama: May, June, July, August and September. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Alfama
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 Alfama 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° | 51° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 64° | 51° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 70° | 55° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 74° | 57° | 1,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 81° | 63° | 0,8 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 85° | 66° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 85° | 66° | 0,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 82° | 63° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 75° | 62° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 66° | 55° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 59° | 49° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Alfama compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Alfama.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport | 4 mi | 63°F | about the same | 35 in |
| Praia da Marinha | 119 mi | 65°F | +33°F warmer | 27 in |
| Douro River | 171 mi | 61°F | 35°F cooler | 66 in |
| Porto | 171 mi | 61°F | 35°F cooler | 66 in |
| Seville | 194 mi | 68°F | +36°F warmer | 28 in |
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
Alfama is a district in Lisbon. Alfama is a district known for fado houses and viewpoints.
Right now it is 62°F (17°C) in Alfama with overcast. It feels like 61°F. Today runs from 62°F to 73°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Alfama 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 5 PM to 8 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Alfama today at 9.5/10. 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 Alfama right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 6:00 AM, Oct 2 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 79° / 68°
Overcast · 5% rain · wind 7 mph
⛈️ 74° / 68°
Thunderstorm with hail · 30% rain · wind 7 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Alfama?
Alfama is a district in Lisbon. Its coordinates are 38.7118, -9.13. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Alfama right now?
It is currently 62°F (17°C) with overcast. Humidity is 86% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Alfama?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Alfama, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Alfama in?
Alfama observes Europe/Lisbon (UTC+01:00). The local time is 6:00 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Alfama?
The closest airports are Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS), 4 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Alfama?
Popular options include Praia da Marinha and Douro River.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (districts) - 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 2, 2026 at 6:00 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
