Climate and weather in Portugal

What is the climate like in Portugal?

The climate in Portugal is one of the most pleasant in Europe. In southern Portugal it is a typical Mediterranean climate, while the northern parts have a wetter and milder climate. Portugal is located at the far end of the Iberian Peninsula and the climate is influenced by both the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, which means that Portugal has warm summers, mild winters and lots of sun for much of the year. In the Algarve the climate is warm with lots of sun, while in Madeira and the Azores it is a subtropical climate with more even temperatures all year round.

What is the weather like in Portugal?

In the southern parts of Portugal, and especially on the Algarve coast, there is a lot of sun for much of the year. Here the summers are hot and dry and the temperature can be between 25 and 30 degrees. During the winter the weather is mild, but there can still be a lot of sun. In the capital of Portugal, Lisbon, the weather is usually pleasant with warm summers and winters where rain can occur. In Porto and the Douro Valley, which are located in the north of Portugal, the weather is often a little rainier, especially during the winters, but still warm and sunny summers. Along the Atlantic coast there can be winds.