Portugal Weather Forecast
Portugal weather: 67°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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).
Best time to visit Portugal
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.
Recent extremes in Portugal
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Portugal compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Portugal.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seville | 195 mi | 68°F | +36°F warmer | 29 in |
| Spain | 312 mi | 61°F | 35°F cooler | 25 in |
| Madrid | 312 mi | 61°F | 35°F cooler | 25 in |
| Museo del Prado | 313 mi | 61°F | 35°F cooler | 25 in |
| Alhambra, Generalife and Albayzin | 321 mi | 62°F | 33°F cooler | 29 in |
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
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 36 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and March - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 67°F (19°C) with overcast. Humidity is 91% and wind is 2 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 3:22 PM.
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.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - 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 August 23, 2026 at 3:22 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
