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The best time to visit Lisbon
Lisbon is at its best in spring (March–May) and early autumn (September–October) — warm, sunny and lively without the peak-summer heat and crowds. Summer is hot, dry and busiest; winter is mild for Europe, often sunny, and the cheapest time, with occasional Atlantic rain.
Best overall
March–May and September–October — warm, sunny and lighter crowds.
Best weather
Spring to early autumn (April–October), reliably sunny and dry in summer.
Fewer crowds
November–March (outside Christmas and New Year).
Lowest prices
Winter (November–February) is cheapest, apart from the holidays.
When to avoid
July–August for the biggest crowds, highest prices and city heat.
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Lisbon season by season
Warm, blooming and sunny with comfortable temperatures — one of the best windows before the summer rush.
Hot, dry and busiest, with the liveliest nightlife and beach trips — book ahead and expect crowds.
Still warm and sunny with a swimmable sea and thinner crowds — a top time to visit.
Mild and often sunny but with Atlantic rain spells; quietest and cheapest, apart from Christmas.
Key events & holidays
Santo António (the city’s big June festival, with sardines and street parties), summer beach season, and the Christmas and New Year period.
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When is the best time to visit Lisbon?
March–May and September–October — warm and sunny with lighter crowds than high summer.
What is the cheapest time to visit Lisbon?
Winter (November–February, outside Christmas and New Year) is the cheapest and quietest, and still mild by European standards.
Is Lisbon hot in summer?
Yes — July and August are hot and dry, and the city and beaches get very busy; spring and autumn are more comfortable.
Can you swim near Lisbon outside summer?
The Atlantic is coolest but the beaches at Cascais and Costa da Caparica stay pleasant from late spring into October.
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