Best Time to Visit Portugal
Portugal is at its sunniest and driest in May–September.
The best time to visit Portugal for sunny, dry weather is May–September — 5 months of the year match our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The drier half of the year covers March–September, while the wetter half runs through October–February. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 10°C / 50°F in January to 22°C / 71.6°F in July, and monthly rainfall from 5 mm / 0.2 in (July) to 90 mm / 3.5 in (January). Portugal's climate is broadly seasonal. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Portugal can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| May | 17°C62.6°F | 45 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 20°C68°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| July | 22°C71.6°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| August | 22°C71.6°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 21°C69.8°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Portugal?
The best time to visit Portugal for sunny, dry weather is May, June, July, August, September. The warmest month is July (22°C / 71.6°F country-wide average) and the driest is July (about 5 mm / 0.2 in). These months combine warmth with low rainfall based on long-term climate normals.
When is the rainy season in Portugal?
The rainy season in Portugal runs through October–February, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 60 mm / 2.4 in. The wettest single month is January, averaging 90 mm / 3.5 in.
What is the dry season in Portugal?
The drier half of the year in Portugal covers March–September, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 60 mm / 2.4 in. The driest single month is July with about 5 mm / 0.2 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Portugal?
The least comfortable months for travel in Portugal — based on our climate data — are January, February, March, November, December. These are Portugal's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 90 mm / 3.5 in in January, and temperatures bottom out at 10°C / 50°F in January.
Is there a shoulder season in Portugal?
Shoulder-season months in Portugal — moderate weather, lower rainfall than the wet season — include March, April, October. These are typically the quietest and cheapest months for travel, and often deliver decent weather without the peak-season crowd.