Geography of Portugal
Geography of Portugal: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Portugal
Seville is 195 mi to the south-east, Spain is 312 mi to the north-east, Madrid is 312 mi to the north-east and Museo del Prado is 313 mi to the north-east.
Map of Portugal
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 38°43′20.3″N 9°8′21.5″W (38.7223, -9.1393)
Quick facts about Portugal
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 38°43′20.3″N 9°8′21.5″W (38.7223, -9.1393) |
| Capital | Lisbon |
| Population | 10.300.000 |
| Area | 35.603 sq mi |
| ISO code | PT |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | PRT |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) |
| Languages | Portuguese |
| Calling code | +351 |
| Time zone | Europe/Lisbon |
| Local time | 5:00 AM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Geography by island in Portugal
2 islands mapped in this atlas
Geography by city in Portugal
2 cities mapped in this atlas
Geography by beach in Portugal
1 beaches mapped in this atlas
Summary
Portugal is a country in Europe. Portugal is a country in Europe with its capital at Lisbon. It has a population of about 10.3 million. The capital is Lisbon.
Right now it is 68°F (20°C) in Portugal with overcast. It feels like 73°F. Today runs from 67°F to 75°F. Chance of precipitation is 3%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Portugal 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 Azores, Madeira, Praia da Marinha and Douro River.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 75°F is 11.7°F below the 86°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 Portugal today at 9.8/10. 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.
Climate in Portugal 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).
Explore Portugal
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
Geography for related places
Frequently asked questions
Where is Portugal?
Portugal is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 38.7223, -9.1393. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Portugal right now?
It is currently 68°F (20°C) with overcast. Humidity is 91% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Portugal?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Portugal, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Portugal in?
Portugal observes Europe/Lisbon (UTC+01:00). The local time is 5:00 AM.
How many people live in Portugal?
Portugal has a population of approximately 10.3 million.
What is the nearest airport to Portugal?
The closest airports are Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS), 4 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Portugal?
Popular options include Azores, Madeira, Praia da Marinha and Douro River.
What places are in Portugal?
Portugal covers 5 places in this atlas, including Azores, Lisbon, Madeira, Porto and Praia da Marinha.
Related articles
Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 25, 2026 at 5:00 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
