Which city in Portugal has the best climate?

Few other destinations can boast the sophistication of a real city while also offering its residents a clean, swimmable beach. And our top choice for retirement, the Algarve, has the best climate in Europe, meaning the most days of sun, and it also gains from prevailing winds.



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The Algarve The southern part of Portugal is probably one of the sunniest places in Europe, even in the winter time, making it a very popular holiday destination.

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For those hoping to retire or move to Portugal long term, ask yourself what type of weather you can live with to be happy. If you hate hot, dry summers with little to no rain, and lots of summer tourists, pass on the Algarve. If you prefer spring-like summers and wet, cool winters, try the central or northern areas.

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Albufeira is one of the warmest places in Portugal in winter because of its perfect climate. The average temperature ranges from 53° to 57° F in December and January and the sun shines for about 9 hours a day, which makes it perfect for those who are looking to escape the cold.

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Where To Go For Winter Sun In Portugal
  • Lisbon. A vibrant cosmopolitan city that combines its rich history with innovative modern design, Lisbon is an excellent place to visit at any time of year. ...
  • Cascais. ...
  • Lagos. ...
  • Faro.


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With over 3000 hours of sunshine a year, Faro is often regarded as one of the sunniest cities in Europe, alongside near by Tavira. July and August have the most sunshine, while December has the least.

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Algarve is the hottest region of Portugal, with the exception of Madeira Island (an archipelago of Portugal). In the Alentejo region the average temperatures are around 16ºC (depending on if you are on the coast or in the interior) and in the Algarve region 18ºC.

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Is it worth moving to Portugal? It's totally worth moving to live in Portugal, where you will find the beautiful climate, an affordable cost of living, high-quality life standards in education and healthcare, outstanding diversity, a very safe life with a low crime rate, and an attractive tax scheme for expats.

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Winter: If you don't like the heat, the North is your number one choice. The climate is Atlantic, which means the sea moderates the presence of the heat so it'll never be too hot. And so, you can enjoy and visit monumental cities as Viseu, Aveiro and Porto without a drop of sweat. Summer: So, you're a Summer lover…

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Moura has a Mediterranean climate with very hot, dry summers and mild winters. It is one of the driest areas in Portugal with just over 400 mm (16 in) of precipitation.

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When it comes to the weather, Portugal can brag about it. One of the warmest countries in Europe with mild temperatures all year round in most of its territory, the country is said to have over 300 days of sunshine a year.

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9 Best Places to Live in Portugal for Expats
  • Lisbon. As Portugal's capital city, Lisbon is perfect for expats, families, and students wanting the buzz of a big city – but not at the expense of culture. ...
  • Porto. Next on the list is Porto! ...
  • Braga. ...
  • Aveiro. ...
  • Coimbra. ...
  • Portimão. ...
  • Funchal on Madeira island. ...
  • Chaves.


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Average annual precipitation in mainland Portugal shows a strong spatial variability, with the highest values observed in the mountainous regions of Minho, exceeding 2,500 mm, and the lowest values, below 600 mm, in some northern and central inland regions (non-mountainous areas) and in inland Alentejo.

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For the best weather, the general rule is to head south. The Algarve, in particular, is popular as it not only has some of the warmest temperatures in Portugal but some of the best beaches for enjoying that weather.

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The hottest place is Portugal in September is Évora (28ºC), the historic capital of the Alentejo region, located between Lisbon and the Algarve. The capital, Lisbon (26ºC) will also feel hot along with Faro (25ºC) on the Algarve. Porto (23ºC) in the north will feel a little cooler.

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