Lisbon Travel Guide
Lisbon travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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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 63°F (17°C) in Lisbon with mainly clear. It feels like 65°F. Today runs from 62°F to 76°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 10/10 - 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. 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 Praia da Marinha and Douro River.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 76°F is 9.9°F below the 86°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Lisbon today at 10/10. 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.
Map of Lisbon
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)
Weather in Lisbon right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:31 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
⛅ 76° / 62°
Partly cloudy · 0% rain · wind 10 mph
⛈️ 73° / 67°
Thunderstorm · 68% rain · wind 15 mph
Quick facts about Lisbon
Things to do in Lisbon
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Lisbon.
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.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and March - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Lisbon
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport | LIS | 4 mi | Lisbon |
Airports in Lisbon
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Districts and neighborhoods in Lisbon
1 districts and neighborhoods mapped in this atlas
Explore 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 63°F (17°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 85% and wind is 1 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+01:00). The local time is 12:31 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 23, 2026 at 12:31 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
