Best Time to Visit Portugal
Portugal
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May to June and September to October
Best Months
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December to January
Avoid
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July and August
Peak Season
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Coastlines, cities and surfing
Ideal For
🌍 When to go to Portugal
The shoulder months of late spring and early autumn offer warm, sunny days without the peak heat and crowds. July and August are hot and busy on the Algarve, while winter is mild but wetter, especially in the north.
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Compare every month for Portugal by temperature and rainfall, tuned to your kind of trip.
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