Geography of Porto
Geography of Porto: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Porto
Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport is 167 mi to the south, Lisbon is 170 mi to the south, Alfama is 171 mi to the south and Spain is 263 mi to the east.
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Coordinates: 41°9′28.4″N 8°37′44.8″W (41.1579, -8.6291)
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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 60°F (15°C) in Porto with mainly clear. It feels like 61°F. Today runs from 60°F to 72°F. Chance of precipitation is 3%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.8/10 - 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 slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 72°F is 5.6°F below the 77°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 Porto 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 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° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 73° | 59° | 4,2 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).
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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 60°F (15°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 92% and wind is 3 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 6:01 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 22, 2026 at 6:01 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
