Portugal

Portugal Weather in November

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Portugal in November.

Thinking about venturing to Portugal this November and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Portugal in November

Portugal offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In November, one might encounter temperatures that range from cold to warm, and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Montezinho at 12°C (54°F) to warm in Santa Maria at 23°C (73°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Santa Maria and 4°C (39°F) in Montezinho.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Portugal, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Vila Baleira with an average of 47 mm (1.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Terras de Bouro with 242 mm (9.5 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Lisbon typically sees 155 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Portugal by month

Best Places to Visit in Portugal in November

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Portugal.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Portugal

What is the weather like in November for some of the most popular destinations in Portugal?

Temperature range in Portugal (November)

Precipitation variation in Portugal (November)

Lisbon

In November Lisbon generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
155 hours
141 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Porto

In November Porto generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
138 hours
124 hours
Monthly rainfall
158 mm (6.2 in)
163 mm (6.4 in)
160 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Albufeira

In November Albufeira generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
176 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Lagos

In November Lagos generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
173 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Portimão

In November Portimão generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
176 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in November

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Portugal in November.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lisbon 18°C (64°F) 12°C (54°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Porto 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 163 mm (6.4 in)
Cascais 18°C (64°F) 14°C (57°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Ponta Delgada 20°C (68°F) 16°C (61°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Coimbra 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Braga 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 215 mm (8.5 in)

Portugal weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Portugal in November?

In November, Portugal generally has pleasant weather conditions. Lisbon sees daytime temperatures near 18°C (64°F), with nights cooling to roughly 12°C (54°F).

What is the average temperature in Portugal in November?

Average temperatures in Portugal during November range from a nighttime low near 12°C (54°F) to a daytime high around 18°C (64°F) in Lisbon.

Does Portugal get a lot of rain in November?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Portugal during November, with Lisbon averaging close to 84 mm (3.3 in).

Is November a Good Time to Visit Portugal?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Lisbon, November might be a good time to visit Portugal. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Lisbon. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

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