What's the best time to visit Portugal?


What's the best time to visit Portugal? 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.


What is the cheapest part of Portugal to holiday?

Overall Lisbon is a good destination for budget travellers and probably the best location if you wish to visit during the summer. Porto is rapidly becoming a popular tourist destination, in part due to the number of low-cost airlines flying into Porto.


Is it better to visit Portugal in May or June?

The best month to visit Portugal, specifically the Algarve, is during the shoulder season. I personally love visiting in May-June or late Sept-October. If you're looking to make the most of the Algarve, the sweet spot lies in the shoulder season — May-June and September-October.


Is Portugal cheap for food and drink?

What are Portugal's prices for food and drink? Portugal's prices for food and drink are cheap. To eat out, you can pay as little as €15 for dinner, with a bottle of wine at a restaurant costing €10. You can choose to eat in cheaper places for just €10.


Is Portugal hotter than Greece in May?

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.


Is Portugal cheap or expensive?

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.


What is the cheapest month to go to Portugal?

Low season months of November to March are a cheaper time to visit. If you want to escape the crowds and enjoy rock-bottom prices on accommodations, plan your trip for the low season. Many museums and other attractions keep shorter hours, though you'll still find a full lineup of performances in cities and bigger towns ...


How hot is Portugal in May?

In the north of the country, you can expect highs of 54°F (12°C), though some showers should still be expected. It's balmier and drier as you move further south to Lisbon, where highs around this time can reach 72°F (22°C).


Is Portugal hot in October?

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.


What is the rainiest month in Portugal?

Rainfall. In Lisbon rainiest months of the year are December and November during which monthly rainfall average reaches 128 mm. On the other side, driest months are August and July when the average rainfall is reduced to 4 mm per month.


How many days do you need in Portugal?

In nine to 12 days, you can expect to see a generous chunk of all that Portugal has to offer, from its most sensational cities to sublime vineyards and beaches, on a north-to-south trip.


How much does a meal cost in Portugal?

While meal prices in Portugal can vary, the average cost of food in Portugal is €40 per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Portugal should cost around €16 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner.


Is the Algarve hot all year round?

Algarve has a mediterranean climate with hot dry summers and mild winters. If you're a sunseeker the best time to visit Algarve 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.


What is the best month to visit Algarve?

April to May and September to October are the times to enjoy outdoor adventures. The spring months from April to May and the autumn months from mid-September to October are the best times to visit if you're interested in hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking and other land-based activities.