SOUTHERN EUROPE · 2.5H FROM LONDON

Best time to visit Lisbon
without extreme heat

Lisbon, Portugal is most comfortable in January, February, March. The toughest month for heat is July (comfort 39/100). In August, daytime highs average 29.1°C (feels like 30.5°C) with 9.8 days over 30°C and 4.2 tropical nights.

LIVE
January
BEST MONTH
29.1°C
AUGUST AVG HIGH
4.2
AUGUST TROPICAL NIGHTS
39/100
JULY COMFORT
MonthAvg highAvg lowFeels likeDays ≥30°CDays ≥35°CNights ≥20°CComfort
January 15.2° 9.2°13.1°000 100
February 16.6° 9.9°14.8°000 100
March 17.6° 10.5°16.1°000 100
April 20.4° 12.4°20°0.200 100
May 23.4° 14.4°23.6°20.20 97
June 25.9° 16.7°27°511.2 73
July 29° 18.1°30.4°10.62.83.4 39
August 29.1° 18.6°30.5°9.82.64.2 39
September 25.8° 17.3°26.3°2.602 82
October 23.9° 16.4°23.9°1.400.2 98
November 18.5° 12.3°17.5°000 100
December 15.9° 10.5°14.3°000 100

Cooler alternatives to Lisbon in August

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Lisbon heat FAQ

Is Lisbon too hot in August?

It's hot but manageable. August daytime highs in Lisbon average 29.1°C with 9.8 days over 30°C. Plan outdoor sightseeing for mornings and evenings.

What is the best month to visit Lisbon for comfortable weather?

Based on 5 years of climate data, the most comfortable months in Lisbon are January, February, March. The toughest month for heat is July, scoring 39/100 on our heat-comfort index.

How hot are summer nights in Lisbon?

In August, nights in Lisbon average a low of 18.6°C, with 4.2 tropical nights per month (nights that stay at or above 20°C) — a key factor for sleep quality if your stay has no air conditioning.

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