Lisbon Coast Weather

Lisbon Coast Weather - Europe’s warmest capital
One look at the landscapes of the Algarve in Southern Portugal and the landscapes of the Lisbon coast will indicate that these two beautiful coastlines of Portugal enjoy a markedly different climate. The weather on the Lisbon coast is more unpredictable than the Algarve but is generally very pleasant between May and October. Lisbon is actually the warmest capital in Europe with average Lisbon temperature hovering around 17ºC. The summer average in Lisbon is 27º. Higher rainfall accounts for the beautiful lush vegetation in resorts like Cascais and Sintra and the restful green interior. Having said that, rainfall is very unlikely in July and August and minimal in June and September. In fact the Lisbon region and Lisbon itself can be at their atmospheric best with inclement weather! Pleasantly warm spring and autumn weather means the Lisbon holiday season is a long one.

Lisbon Coast Weather - Long hours of bright sunshine
In many ways the best time to visit the Lisbon coast is early and late summer when the glorious, vast beaches are virtually deserted. May, June, September and October enjoy an average of around 8 hours sunshine and  20º. Peak summer temperatures can go higher than 30º and most days are extremely sunny. Lisbon coast weather can sometimes be humid but sea breezes help considerably on the beaches. The Atlantic ensures a beautiful crystalline light on the beaches and excellent conditions for surfing and windsailing. Most impartial observers would rate Lisbon coast beaches higher than the Algarve for spectacular sweeping grandeur. Lisbon can feel humid in July and August. You may find occasional atmospheric, misty, cooler conditions inland in the mountains.

Lisbon Coast Weather - Atmospheric winter city break
Lisbon is an excellent all-year-round city break destination. Lisbon winter weather can be wet but mild, with January and December averages as high as 15º. Temperatures very rarely fall below 10º. Winter on the Lisbon coast can be very atmospheric indeed, exuding a relaxing tranquillity and a curiously attractive Portuguese melancholy.