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Best time to visit Portugal
The best times to visit Portugal (Lisbon) are in May, June, July, August and September based on our default weather conditions. Update your weather preferences to see which months best match.
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Top Portugal destinations
Below are average maximum temperatures at popular countries, regions and places in Portugal in March. Select a holiday destination to see more weather parameters.
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All Portugal destinations
- Acoteias, Algarve
- Albufeira, Algarve
- Alcantarilha, Algarve
- Almancil, Algarve
- Alte, Algarve
- Altura, Algarve
- Alvor, Algarve
- Armacao de Pera, Algarve
- Balaia, Algarve
- Boliqueime, Algarve
- Bordeira, Algarve
- Branqueira, Algarve
- Calheta, Madeira
- Canico, Madeira
- Carvoeiro, Algarve
- Cascais
- Cerro d'Aguia, Algarve
- Coimbra
- Corvo, Azores
- Estoi, Algarve
- Estoril
- Evora
- Faial, Azores
- Faro, Algarve
- Ferragudo, Algarve
- Ferreiras, Algarve
- Flores, Azores
- Funchal, Madeira
- Gale, Algarve
- Goldra, Algarve
- Graciosa, Azores
- Guia, Algarve
- Lagoa, Algarve
- Lagos, Algarve
- Lisbon
- Loule, Algarve
- Luz, Algarve
- Machico, Madeira
- Manta Rota, Algarve
- Moncarapacho, Algarve
- Monchique, Algarve
- Monte Gordo, Algarve
- Montechoro, Algarve
- Montinhos Da Luz, Algarve
- Olhao, Algarve
- Pico, Azores
- Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel, Azores
- Ponta Do Sol, Madeira
- Porches, Algarve
- Portimao, Algarve
- Porto
- Porto Moniz, Madeira
- Porto Santo, Madeira
- Prahia de Olhos d'Aqua, Algarve
- Praia Da Falesia, Algarve
- Praia Da Luz, Algarve
- Praia Da Marinha, Algarve
- Praia Da Oura, Algarve
- Praia Da Rocha, Algarve
- Praia Do Vau, Algarve
- Quarteira, Algarve
- Quinta do Lago, Algarve
- Ribeira Brava, Madeira
- Ribeira Grande, Sao Miguel, Azores
- Sagres, Algarve
- Santa Barbara de Nexe, Algarve
- Santa Cruz, Madeira
- Santa Maria, Azores
- Santana, Madeira
- Santo da Serra, Madeira
- Sao Bras, Algarve
- Sao Joao, Algarve
- Sao Jorge, Azores
- Sao Rafael, Algarve
- Sao Vicente, Madeira
- Sesmarias, Algarve
- Silves, Algarve
- Tavira, Algarve
- Terceira, Azores
- Vale de Garrao, Algarve
- Vale de Parra, Algarve
- Vale Do Lobo, Algarve
- Vilamoura, Algarve
When is the best time to visit Portugal?
Max Day Temperature (°C)
- Jan
15 - Feb16
- Mar
18 - Apr19
- May
22 - Jun
25 - Jul
28 - Aug28
- Sep
27 - Oct23
- Nov18
- Dec15
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The weather guide for Portugal (Lisbon) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.
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Portugal weather overview
Portugal's southerly position makes it Europe's answer to California in terms of climate, although its hot summers can be tempered by weather fronts moving in from the Atlantic. The best place for summer sun-seekers is the south coast where summers are long, dry and hot but tempered by sea breezes and the cool Atlantic Ocean: hence the popularity of the Algarve.
The mildest, driest winters are also to be found in the south, although anywhere in Portugal can be rainy in the winter months. The heaviest downpours take place in the north and can begin there in early autumn. The north of Portugal is higher in altitude than the south and can, therefore, witness snow in the winter, although this is sporadic and of short duration.
What to pack for Portugal weather
Pack light clothes for the summer months and supplement these with warmer attire for the autumn and winter. Take a raincoat in the winter months.
More about Portugal
Explore our complete guide to Portugal with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Portugal.
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Portugal essential information
Below is a beginner's guide to Portugal with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
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| Flight time✝ | 2.5 to 4 hours |
| Time difference | UK 0 to -1 hours |
| Language(s) | Portuguese |
| Currency | Euro |
| Electricity | C + F plug (230V) |
| Driving side | Right |
✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.
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Discover where to book holidays, flights, hotels and more from popular travel providers for your trip to Portugal in 2026/2027.
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Holidays to Portugal
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TUI Find and book ATOL protected holidays to Portugal and destinations worldwide with low deposits and free child places available. |
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Jet2holidays UK's largest package holiday provider offers escapes to Portugal. Book holidays to Europe and North Africa from regional UK airports. |
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Love Holidays Book flights, hotels and transfers as holiday packages to worldwide destinations with this UK-based OTA. |
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Club Med Luxury all-inclusive holiday group offering sun holidays, ski holidays and cruises to over 40 countries including Portugal. |
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Just Go Holidays One of the UK's leading coach holiday operators, offering great-value trips across the UK, Ireland and Europe. |
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Mercury Holidays Award-winning travel provider offering package holidays, escorted tours and river cruises to Portugal and more. |
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lastminute.com Leading European travel company specialising in dynamic holiday packages to thousands of destinations including Portugal. |
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Thomas Cook This iconic British travel brand invented the package holiday. Now offers holidays, city breaks and hotels to Portugal and more. |
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Broadway Travel With 75 years+ history, this UK independent travel agency offers great-value holidays, hotels and cruises to Portugal and beyond. |
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Secret Escapes Members-only travel club offering exclusive deals on hand-picked luxury hotels and holidays to Portugal and more. |
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TUI Ireland One of Ireland's largest tour operators, offering flights, cruises and package holidays from Irish airports to Portugal and beyond. |
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Holiday Discount Centre Compare millions of cheap holiday deals to Portugal and beyond on this popular UK travel comparison website. |
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Holiday Hypermarket Specalists in discounted beach, ski and city holiday packages, this UK-based OTA is part of TUI. |
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easyJet holidays Popular, low-cost holiday provider covering over 100 destinations across Europe and North Africa including Portugal. |
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Expedia Compare and book holidays, flights, hotels, car hire and more on this trusted website covering global destinations. |
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First Choice Part of the TUI Group, this well-known UK travel brand offers package holidays to Portugal and beyond. |
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Hays Travel UK's largest independent travel agency offers no and low-deposit getaways to countless destinations worldwide including Portugal. |
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On the Beach One of the UK's largest OTAs specialising in affordable package beach holidays to Portugal and beyond. |
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Sunshine.co.uk UK OTA offering low-cost holidays, hotels and flights to Portugal and beyond. Low deposit deals available. |
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Travelbag Award-winning UK-based travel company specialising in personalised long-haul holidays to Portugal and further afield. |
Tours to Portugal
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Travelsphere UK-based tour operator with 60+ years experience. Offers award-winning guided tour holidays across six continents. |
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Cosmos Long-standing travel brand offering affordable adventure tours across 54 countries on six continents. |
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Saga Holidays Award-winning travel operator specialising in escorted tours and hotel holidays to Europe and worldwide for over 50s. |
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Riviera Travel The UK's leading river cruise and tour operator, offering scenic experiences worldwide including in Portugal. |
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Wendy Wu Tours UK's leading specialist tour operator to China, Japan and southeast Asia. Flights, hotels, meals, guides and visa included. |
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Newmarket Holidays Long-established travel brand offering escorted tours, river cruises, resort stays and more to Portugal and beyond. |
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Explore! Adventure travel company offering authentic experiences for small groups to over 100 countries including Portugal. |
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Trafalgar Discover your next guided tour through this top-rated travel brand covering every destination from Europe to Australia. |
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G Adventures Award-winning adventure travel brand specialising in small-group tours, safaris and expeditions across all seven continents. |
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Exoticca Online tour operator offering cultural trips and experiences designed by an in-house team of travel experts. |
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TUI Tours Browse from a wide range of tour packages with expert local guides through TUI's dedicated escorted tour brand. |
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Just You Specialists in solo travel for over 25 years. Offers a range of trips and experiences to worldwide destinations including Portugal. |
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Contiki Global travel brand for 18-35s, offering over 200 all-inclusive group trips across six continents. Low deposit bookings available. |
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Topdeck Global tour operator specialising in small group tours for 18-30 somethings to Europe, Asia, New Zealand and North Africa. |
Flights to Portugal
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TUI One of the world's leading tourism brands. Offers flights, hotels and cruises to Portugal and beyond. |
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British Airways The UK's national flag carrier is a major global airline, serving over 200 destinations across 80 countries including Portugal. |
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KAYAK Search and compare flights, hotels, car hire and package holidays through this award-winning travel search engine. |
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Jet2 Major British low-cost airline serving over 70 sun, city and ski destinations across Europe including Portugal. |
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Vueling Spanish low-cost airline and one of Europe's fastest growing. Offers affordable flights to Europe, North Africa and the Near East. |
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Air France This major French international airline serves almost 170 destinations across 73 countries including Portugal via its hub in Paris. |
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Qatar Airways Qatar's state-owned flag carrier flies to over 170 destinations worldwide across 80+ countries including Portugal. |
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KLM The Netherland's national flag carrier and the world's largest airline. Serves 170 international destinations via Amsterdam. |
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eDreams Leading European OTA offering thousands of flights and hotels across 40,000 destinations including Portugal. |
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Kiwi.com Global OTA and search engine specialising in affordable flights, hotels and car hire across worldwide destinations including Portugal. |
Hotels in Portugal
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Iberostar Book your next hotel stay in Spain, Europe or the Caribbean with this Spanish hotel group focussing on sustainable travel. |
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Barcelo Spanish hotel chain with 90+ years of experience. Accommodation locations include Spain, Mexico and the UAE. |
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H10 Hotels Spanish hotel chain with 70 properties across 26 destinations. Currently expanding across Europe and the Caribbean. |
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Anantara Hotels Luxury hotel and resort brand rooted in Thai culture. Covers worldwide destinations including Portugal and beyond. |
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Hilton Leading global hospitality brand with a portfolio of 9,000 properties across 141 countries and territories including Portugal. |
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IHG Leading global hotel group with a portfolio of international brands including Holiday Inn, Crowne Plaza and more. |
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Marriott The world's largest hotel company with a portfolio of 30+ brands and almost 9,600 properties across 143 countries. |
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Radisson Hotels Major international hotel group with 10 brands and over 1,520 hotels worldwide including in Portugal. |
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Priceline Leading OTA for discounted flights, hotels, cruises, car hire, experiences and packages worldwide including in Portugal. |
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Hotels.com Part of Expedia Group, this major OTA offers deals and discounts on hotel rooms worldwide including in Portugal. |
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Booking.com Leading global OTA founded in Amsterdam. Offers worldwide accommodation, flights, car hire, activities and more. |
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Agoda One of the world's largest online travel platforms with a network of over 6 million hotels. Plus flights, activities and more. |
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ALL World-leading hospitality group offering experiences and stays across more than 110 countries including Portugal. |
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Accommodation in Portugal
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Simpson Travel |
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Pierre & Vacances |
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VRBO |
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Solmar Villas |
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Villa Select |
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Vintage Travel |
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Oliver's Travels |
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Hostelworld |
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SPL Villas |
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Ocean cruises to Portugal
River cruises in Portugal
Things to do in Portugal
Buses & trains in Portugal
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Ferries in Portugal
Money transfers to Portugal
Airport taxis for Portugal
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Portugal travel deals
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Portugal travel advice
Check the latest travel advice and guidance on visiting Portugal from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Portugal - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Portugal - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for Portugal - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for Portugal - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for Portugal - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Portugal - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Portugal.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
Portugal travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Portugal with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Portugal - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Portugal - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Portugal - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Portugal, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Portugal travel features
Do you want to learn more about Portugal? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Portugal.
Portugal FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Portugal including the current entry restrictions, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Which is the hottest month in Portugal?
The hottest time of year in Lisbon, Portugal is normally August. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 28°C with moderate heat and humidity.
Which month has the most rain in Portugal?
In terms of rainfall, November is usually the wettest month in Lisbon, Portugal with 111mm on average. There are normally 13 days in November with some rain.
When is it sunniest in Portugal?
The sunniest time of year in Lisbon, Portugal is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 80% of daylight hours; that's 11 hours of sunshine per day.
When is the sea warmest in Portugal?
The sea is usually at its warmest in Lisbon, Portugal in August when the water temperature reaches 19°C.
What is the flight time to Portugal from the UK?
The flight time to Portugal from the UK is typically 2.5 to 4 hours.
What is the time difference between Portugal and the UK?
The time difference between Portugal and the UK is UK time0 to UK time-1 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Portugal?
What is the currency in Portugal?
The currency in Portugal is the Euro (EUR).
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Which plugs are used in Portugal?
Portugal uses electrical plug type C + F (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Portugal?
They drive on the right side of the road in Portugal.
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