Best Time to Visit Porto, Porto, Portugal
Porto is at its sunniest and driest in July–August.
The best time to visit Porto for sunny, dry weather is July–August — 2 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 9.5°C / 49.1°F in January to 20.1°C / 68.2°F in July, with rainfall from 17 mm / 0.7 in (July) to 180 mm / 7.1 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Porto, Porto, Portugal's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Porto'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| July | 20.1°C68.2°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| August | 19.9°C67.8°F | 19 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Porto?
The best time to visit Porto for sunny, dry weather is July, August. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 20.1°C / 68.2°F, and the driest is July with about 17 mm / 0.7 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Porto's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Porto?
The rainy season at Porto, Porto runs through October–February, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 127 mm / 5 in. The wettest single month is January (180 mm / 7.1 in).
What is the driest month in Porto?
The driest month in Porto is July, averaging about 17 mm / 0.7 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 20.1°C / 68.2°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Porto?
The least comfortable months for travel to Porto — 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 180 mm / 7.1 in in January, and the coldest month averages 9.5°C / 49.1°F.
Is Porto climate different from Portugal overall?
Yes, usually. Our Porto 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 Porto specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.