Best Time to Visit Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
Coimbra is at its sunniest and driest in June–September.
The best time to visit Coimbra for sunny, dry weather is June–September — 4 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through March–September; the wetter half falls in October–February. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 9.8°C / 49.6°F in January to 22°C / 71.6°F in July, with rainfall from 14 mm / 0.6 in (July) to 132 mm / 5.2 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Coimbra's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 19.8°C67.6°F | 45 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 22°C71.6°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| August | 21.9°C71.4°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 20.6°C69.1°F | 45 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Coimbra?
The best time to visit Coimbra for sunny, dry weather is June, July, August, September. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 22°C / 71.6°F, and the driest is July with about 14 mm / 0.6 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Coimbra's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Coimbra?
The rainy season at Coimbra, Coimbra runs through October–February, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 82 mm / 3.2 in. The wettest single month is January (132 mm / 5.2 in).
What is the driest month in Coimbra?
The driest month in Coimbra is July, averaging about 14 mm / 0.6 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 22°C / 71.6°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Coimbra?
The least comfortable months for travel to Coimbra — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 132 mm / 5.2 in in January, and the coldest month averages 9.8°C / 49.6°F.
Is Coimbra climate different from Portugal overall?
Yes, usually. Our Coimbra figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Portugal figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Coimbra specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.