Backpacking Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
June, July, May
October, November, December
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Generally dry
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🎒 Planning a backpacking trip to Lisbon?
The best time to visit Lisbon for backpacking is June, July, May, when you’ll get the best balance between weather, crowds, and costs.
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Climate Heatmap
See at a glance which months offer the best backpacking conditions — based on temperature, rainfall and climate scores.
These months are especially popular among backpackers in Lisbon due to better weather and lower costs.
→ See where to stay in LisbonBackpacking conditions breakdown
Monthly weather & climate data for Lisbon
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 56Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 12° | 98 |
February | 63Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 13° | 86 |
March | 79Good Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 15° | 81 |
April | 82Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 16° | 68 |
May | 91Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 18° | 55 |
June | 95Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 21° | 15 |
July | 95Excellent Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 23° | 3 |
August | 85Excellent Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 24° | 7 |
September | 90Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 22° | 40 |
October | 80Excellent Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 19° | 111 |
November | 73Good Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 15° | 108 |
December | 67Suboptimal Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 13° | 108 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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