Porto Climate and Average Weather
Climate of Porto: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in Porto 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 | 57° | 47° | 12,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 60° | 49° | 9,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 62° | 48° | 6,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 67° | 53° | 5,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 68° | 55° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 74° | 61° | 1,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 78° | 64° | 0,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 77° | 63° | 1,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 74° | 60° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 70° | 59° | 9,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 63° | 53° | 8,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 58° | 46° | 6,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Porto
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Porto compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Porto.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport | 167 mi | 63°F | +34°F warmer | 35 in |
| Lisbon | 170 mi | 64°F | +35°F warmer | 31 in |
| Alfama | 171 mi | 64°F | +35°F warmer | 31 in |
| Spain | 263 mi | 61°F | about the same | 23 in |
| Madrid | 263 mi | 61°F | about the same | 23 in |
Climate by river in Porto
1 rivers mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit Porto
Go in June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and October - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Porto
Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 81°F is 10.4°F above the 70°F typical for this month.
A 43% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 51°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and October - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Porto is a city in Portugal. Porto is known for Port wine cellars and the Douro. It has a population of about 232.000.
Right now it is 63°F (17°C) in Porto with clear. It feels like 64°F. Today runs from 62°F to 81°F. Chance of precipitation is 43%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Porto is June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and October tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 78°F, while December is the coldest with lows near 46°F.
The closest major airport is Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS), about 167 mi away. Nearby highlights include Douro River.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 81°F is 10.4°F above the 70°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Porto today at 8.8/10. 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.
Quick facts about Porto
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Porto?
Porto is a city in Portugal. Its coordinates are 41.1579, -8.6291. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Porto right now?
It is currently 63°F (17°C) with clear. Humidity is 84% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Porto?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Porto, which has a temperate climate. January, February and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Porto in?
Porto observes Europe/Lisbon (UTC+01:00). The local time is 6:49 AM.
How many people live in Porto?
Porto has a population of approximately 232.000.
What is the nearest airport to Porto?
The closest airports are Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS), 167 mi away and Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD), 269 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Porto?
Popular options include Douro River.
What places are in Porto?
Porto covers 1 places in this atlas, including Douro River.
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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 5, 2026 at 6:49 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
