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City Trips Potential

94/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Best Time

May, June, September

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Avoid

October, November, December

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Weather

12°C – 24°C

Avg Temp Range

Precipitation

Generally dry

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Planning a city trip to Lisbon?

The best time to visit Lisbon for a city trip is May, June, September, when you’ll get the best balance of weather, atmosphere, and activities. If you're planning your visit during this period, it’s worth exploring the best areas to stay and things to do in advance.

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City Trips conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Lisbon

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
72Good
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
12°98
February
76Good
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
13°86
March
87Excellent
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
15°81
April
90Excellent
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
16°68
May
94Excellent
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
18°55
June
94Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
21°15
July
84Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
23°3
August
75Good
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
24°7
September
91Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
22°40
October
89Excellent
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
19°111
November
86Excellent
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
15°108
December
77Good
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
13°108

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

Quick summary: visiting Lisbon

When is the best time to visit Lisbon for city trips?

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The best time to visit Lisbon for city trips is typically in May, June, September, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Lisbon?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Lisbon, making it a year-round destination for city trips.

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