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What time of year is Portugal hottest?

If you enjoy hot perfect sunny days the best time to visit Portugal is between June and August. The hottest month of the year is July with an average daily maximum of 30 C and an average low of 22 C. The coolest month of the year is February with an average daily maximum of 16 C and an average low of 10 C.



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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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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 24 C and the average daily minimum is 18 C.

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You'll have an average high of 18ºC in November, so you can still look forward to being nice and warm. You should bring some things to wrap up in at night though as temperatures cool to 11ºC. The sea temperature's 17ºC, while humidity's low.

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Some days in the month are still likely to be warm enough for sunbathing on the south coast and (if you're brave and don't mind the chilly water) swimming.

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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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The high season – June to August – is the best time for the beach. During the summer months, you'll find warmer ocean temperatures, especially as you head south to the Algarve. Water temps and crowds alike peak in July and August, so plan on sharing those pretty beaches with plenty of other sunseekers.

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Portugal weather in August. The weather in August will be hot. In the Algarve you can expect over 12 hours of sunshine per day, while in Lisbon temperatures will be sizzling, and even Porto will be pleasantly warm. The intense summer sun means that the interior of Portugal will be too hot for sightseeing.

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Days are usually hot with balmy evenings, so visitors should pack light and cool clothing. The average daily maximum is 30 C and the average daily minimum is 22 C.

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This one is a close call with both destinations seeing temperatures sitting in the balmy mid- to late-twenties during the summer months. Out of the peak season, the Greek island of Crete warms up as early as May hitting around 25C, while the Algarve isn't far behind at around 22C.

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In the northern hemisphere South is always warmer than North. Spain is south of France so it follows it must be warmer. Both France and Spain have a mixture of climates: Oceanic, Continental, and Mediterranean. Neither is exclusively one or the other, though regions might be.

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The best time to go to Portugal, specifically in Lisbon is again during the shoulder season. Similar to Porto, the sweet spot for visiting Lisbon is during the shoulder seasons of May-June and September-October.

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In July and August – the Algarve's hottest months – the average temperature is around 28°C (82°F), though some days can get as hot as 40°C (104°F). With cool ocean breezes, evening temperatures hover around 22°C (72°F) – perfect for comfortable outdoor dining.

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