Is February a good time to go to Portugal?

Portugal's temperate climate means that any time of year is relatively comfortable for a visit. Although January and February will be a bit cooler and potentially wetter than the rest of the year, you can still experience some sun and take advantage of the thinner crowds.



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It's open – and cheap We didn't really need to book ahead anywhere and found most campsites, cafes, restaurants and all that open. Can't even explain how much less stressful this makes everything! And these places were not only open but cheaper, being off-season.

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Temperatures average around 17 degrees in the sun, but this feels like mid-twenties when the sun is out (which is often). This means it can frequently t-shirt/sunbathing weather (by British standards anyway). The temperature is perfect for taking a stroll down the beach, or even a jog if you're the active type!

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There's an average of eight days of rain. Heading further north to Porto, highs hit averages of 51°F (11°C) and it's wetter, with around 12 days of rain, so be sure to pack waterproofs and umbrellas. The Algarve is a touch warmer, with an average of 55°F (13°C) and a maximum of 64°F (18°C).

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Average daily temperatures It can be quite cool at this time of year, so visitors are recommended to take warmer clothes especially for venturing out after dark. The average daily maximum is 16 C and the average daily minimum is 10 C.

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January is the coldest month with an average temperature of 52ºF (11ºC). It's rare for it to get colder than 41ºF (5ºC). In summer, the warmest month is July with average temperatures of 74ºF (24ºC). However, it can get much hotter with temperatures over 86ºF (30ºC) and lows of 62ºF (17ºC).

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In February, Spain is still on the cold side, but with temperatures gradually warming up as the month goes on, there's a chance of warm weather, especially on the southern coast. With cool evenings and some light rain showers, make sure you pack for all eventualities with plenty of layers and a waterproof coat.

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With its huge coastline and vast inland areas, Spain has cooler weather on its northern coast in comparison with the Mediterranean south. In February, Spain is still on the cold side, but with temperatures gradually warming up as the month goes on, there's a chance of warm weather, especially on the southern coast.

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Warm sunny days are the default even in February at Tenerife, with temperatures reaching 21.4°C. There are quite large regional variations - low lying and southern locations will see the best conditions, but areas at altitude such as Mount Teide will struggle to get into the double digits.

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When is the best time to visit Portugal? Where is this? The best time to visit Portugal is in spring (March-May), when the country is in bloom and waking after the winter. You could also go in fall (between September and October) when the sun is still shining, the weather is warm, and many of the crowds have dispersed.

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