What should I pack for Portugal in November?

From March(ish) to October(ish) you probably don't need heavy coats but late autumn and early spring, i.e. November through March/April, can be quite cold and wet so jeans and sweaters or fleeces are the way to go so that you can layer up under a lightweight jacket.



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November marks the onset of winter in Portugal and the weather can be more temperamental bringing more downpours to cities and storms to the Atlantic coast. In the northern city of Porto, high temperatures now max at 62°F (17°C), though they can drop as low as 48°F (9°C), and around 11 wet days are to be expected.

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The average sea water temperature in November is around 18°C (64°F), which is significantly cooler than the summer months when the average sea temperature can reach temperatures of 25°C (77°F) or higher.

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Both countries have Mediterranean climates, meaning they are generally temperate, with warm summers and mild winters. In Portugal, the average temperature in Lisbon is 24°C in July and 11°C in January, and in Spain the average temperature in Barcelona is around the same: 24°C in August and 10°C in January.

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It's pretty mild at this time of year, but it's a good idea to bring along a jumper or light jacket for the evenings. The average daily maximum is 20 C and the average daily minimum is 13 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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The cost of living in Portugal is generally considered about 46 percent cheaper than in the United States. This, coupled with the country's excellent quality of life, beautiful beaches, stunning mountain ranges, reliable public transport, and rich history and culture, make it very easy to fall in love with Portugal.

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Portuguese tend to dress modestly with a sense of quality and elegance. It is important to dress in a respectful manner, particularly when entering formal spaces such as a church. Casual attire (e.g. barefoot, beachwear) is inappropriate in public and can make one seem unsophisticated.

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