Best Time to Visit Setúbal, Setúbal, Portugal
Setúbal is at its sunniest and driest in March–September.
The best time to visit Setúbal for sunny, dry weather is March and June–September — 5 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 11.3°C / 52.3°F in January to 22.6°C / 72.7°F in August, with rainfall from 5 mm / 0.2 in (July) to 114 mm / 4.5 in (December). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Setúbal, Setúbal, Portugal's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Setúbal'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| March | 14°C57.2°F | 48 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 20.2°C68.4°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| July | 22.3°C72.1°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| August | 22.6°C72.7°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| September | 21.3°C70.3°F | 27 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Setúbal?
The best time to visit Setúbal for sunny, dry weather is March, June, July, August, September. At the city itself, the warmest month is August averaging 22.6°C / 72.7°F, and the driest is July with about 5 mm / 0.2 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Setúbal's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Setúbal?
The rainy season at Setúbal, Setúbal runs through October–February, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 60 mm / 2.4 in. The wettest single month is December (114 mm / 4.5 in).
What is the driest month in Setúbal?
The driest month in Setúbal is July, averaging about 5 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 22.3°C / 72.1°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Setúbal?
The least comfortable months for travel to Setúbal — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 114 mm / 4.5 in in December, and the coldest month averages 11.3°C / 52.3°F.
Is Setúbal climate different from Portugal overall?
Yes, usually. Our Setúbal 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 Setúbal specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.