Lisbon, Portugal
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Best Time to Visit
Lisbon

Visit in July — score 91/100 · avg high 82°F · 2 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

How we score

January

59°/48°F
9 rain days
9.6h daylight
Low crowds
Below avg

February

61°/49°F
9 rain days
10.5h daylight
Low crowds
Below avg

March

63°/51°F
11 rain days
11.7h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

April

67°/54°F
12 rain days
13.0h daylight
High crowds
Average

May

73°/58°F
7 rain days
14.1h daylight
High crowds
Average

June

#3
77°/62°F
6 rain days
14.7h daylight
Very High crowds
Above avg

July

#1
82°/65°F
2 rain days
14.5h daylight
Very High crowds
Peak pricing

August

#2
84°/65°F
1 rain days
13.5h daylight
Very High crowds
Peak pricing

September

80°/63°F
5 rain days
12.2h daylight
Very High crowds
Above avg

October

74°/60°F
10 rain days
11.0h daylight
High crowds
Average

November

64°/54°F
13 rain days
9.8h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

December

60°/50°F
11 rain days
9.3h daylight
Low crowds
Below avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January4653°59°48°9659.6hLowBelow avg
February5255°61°49°96110.5hLowBelow avg
March4856°63°51°117111.7hModerateAverage
April5560°67°54°126813.0hHighAverage
May7565°73°58°73914.1hHighAverage
June8368°77°62°61614.7hVery HighAbove avg
July9172°82°65°2414.5hVery HighPeak pricing
August9073°84°65°1113.5hVery HighPeak pricing
September7870°80°63°53112.2hVery HighAbove avg
October6366°74°60°107111.0hHighAverage
November4659°64°54°13909.8hModerateBelow avg
December4455°60°50°11819.3hLowBelow avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
59/100
High
68°F
Low
54°F
Rain days
10/mo
Crowds
high

Spring in Lisbon (March, April, May) brings average highs of 68°F and lows of 54°F, with about 10 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 59/100, with May being the strongest month of the season at 75/100.

Summer

Score
88/100
High
81°F
Low
64°F
Rain days
3/mo
Crowds
very high

Summer in Lisbon (June, July, August) brings average highs of 81°F and lows of 64°F, with about 3 rainy days per month. Expect very high tourist crowds and peak pricing accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 88/100, with July being the strongest month of the season at 91/100.

Fall

Score
62/100
High
73°F
Low
59°F
Rain days
9/mo
Crowds
high

Fall in Lisbon (September, October, November) brings average highs of 73°F and lows of 59°F, with about 9 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 62/100, with September being the strongest month of the season at 78/100.

Winter

Score
47/100
High
60°F
Low
49°F
Rain days
9/mo
Crowds
low

Winter in Lisbon (December, January, February) brings average highs of 60°F and lows of 49°F, with about 9 rainy days per month. Expect low tourist crowds and budget-friendly accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 47/100, with February being the strongest month of the season at 52/100.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Lisbon?
The best month to visit Lisbon is July, with an overall travel score of 91/100. Expect average highs of 82°F, about 2 rainy days, and very high tourist crowds.
Is Lisbon expensive in summer?
Yes, summer (June–August) in Lisbon tends to be more expensive, with accommodation prices averaging 143% of the annual rate. For better value, consider visiting in December when prices are lowest.
What is the weather like in Lisbon in December?
December in Lisbon has average highs of 60°F and lows of 50°F, with approximately 11 rainy days and 9.3 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 44/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Lisbon?
The most affordable time to visit Lisbon is December, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are low in December, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is December (score: 44/100).

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