What’s the climate like in Porto?
The current climate of Porto features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 26°C during the day to lows of 13°C. The average yearly temperature is around 20°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 6°C and in the warmer months around 16°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Porto in recent years was 39°C in August 2016. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 7°C in January 2019.
On average, Porto receives 1433 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, London gets 701 mm of precipitation annually.
Curious about the climate in other parts of Portugal? Check out the weather and climate in places like Algarve, Lisbon, Albufeira, or have a look at other destinations in Portugal.
Best time to visit Porto?
The best time to visit Porto for sunny weather is April through September. During this period, you'll have good temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Porto. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Porto
The climate table of Porto shows the average temperatures, precipitation, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 13 | 14 | 16 | 19 | 22 | 23 | 26 | 26 | 24 | 21 | 16 | 14 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 13 | 10 | 8 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 195 | 181 | 121 | 102 | 83 | 50 | 16 | 35 | 80 | 175 | 200 | 195 |
| UV Index | 3 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 3 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 20°C
- Highest temperature: 26°C in July and August
- Lowest temperature: 13°C in January
- Precipitation: 1433 mm per year, averaging 119 mm per month
- Driest months: 16 mm in July, 35 mm in August and 50 mm in June
- Wettest months: 200 mm in November, 195 mm in January and 195 mm in December
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Weather experiences in Porto
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Average Temperature per Month in Porto
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Porto, Portugal. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Porto
This graph shows how much precipitation Porto, Portugal, gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Porto
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Porto, Portugal. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Porto
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Porto, Portugal. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Porto
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Porto, Portugal, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Porto
The weather in Porto is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 9 visitors. Have you been to Porto? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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Sunny days interspersed with light rain made the event interesting. A jersey may rarely be worn.— This text is automatically translated to English
While rain is not ideal for outdoor activities, it does make the city feel fresh and clean.— This text is automatically translated to English
There was light rain, but this was offset by moderate temperatures around 18°C. The sun shone constantly, which made walking around the city very pleasant.— This text is automatically translated to English
The days were pleasant, sunny and the temperature was around 15 degrees, but the nights were cool. Unfortunately, we also had rainy days.— This text is automatically translated to English
Between the few rain showers, the sun was shining brightly. The temperature was perfect, about 20 degrees, perfect for shorts and t-shirts. But bring a jumper for the colder evenings.— This text is automatically translated to English
Sometimes it may rain, but that doesn't dampen the fun on holiday. Ideal for summer holidays.— This text is automatically translated to English
Not too hot, but just enough to enjoy a perfect summer holiday. In short: great weather!— This text is automatically translated to English
Daytime temperatures were usually around 25 degrees, which was ideal for relaxed outdoor activities. Evenings were pleasantly mild, around 15 degrees. Unfortunately, several days were rainy.— This text is automatically translated to English
2019 35-40 degrees has been quite warm. Also along the coast— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Porto by Month
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