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Backpacking Potential

88/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

June, September, July

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Avoid

January, February, October, November, December

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Weather

10°C – 23°C

Avg Temp Range

Precipitation

Generally dry

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🎒 Planning a backpacking trip to Coimbra?

The best time to visit Coimbra for backpacking is June, September, July, when you’ll get the best balance between weather, crowds, and costs. If you're planning your trip around this period, it can be helpful to explore where to stay and what to do in advance.

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Backpacking conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Coimbra

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
39Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
10°119
February
46Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
10°101
March
68Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
13°89
April
77Good
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
14°87
May
82Excellent
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°77
June
88Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
21°31
July
85Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
23°12
August
85Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
23°16
September
88Excellent
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
21°53
October
75Good
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°131
November
62Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
13°122
December
52Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
10°122

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Coimbra

When is the best time to visit Coimbra for backpacking?

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The best time to visit Coimbra for backpacking is typically in June, September, July, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Coimbra?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Coimbra, making it a year-round destination for backpacking.

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