Portugal Lisbon Weather in February — Climate Guide
February in Lisbon is Moderate
February is Moderate for Lisbon.
February has Carnaval week (mid-February, varies by year) — hotel prices spike 50-100% for 5 days. Sesimbra + Torres Vedras (Lisbon-area towns) have the biggest Carnaval parades.
Outside Carnaval, February is the quietest + cheapest tourist month. Same-day Sintra tickets possible.
Travel score
Lisbon February Weather Stats
Avg High
15°C
Avg Low
8°C
Rainy Days
11
80mm total
Sunshine
5.9h
Daily avg
Humidity
73%
Comfortable
UV Index
3
Moderate
Wind
12 km/h
Gusts 26
Sea Temp
15°C
Cool
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
February Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
12 μg/m³
PM10
22 μg/m³
Status
Good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
13°C
Nighttime
7°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
12 km/h
Max gust 26 km/h
Activities Recommended for February
February Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Carnaval week (mid-Feb)
- Lowest tourist numbers outside Carnaval
- Daylight extending
Cons
- Carnaval hotel spike
- Still cool + rainy
- Limited beach
February Events & Festivals
- Carnaval week (mid-February)
- Hotel rates spike for Carnaval
- Otherwise yearly-low
Lisbon in February — Full Picture
February has Carnaval week (mid-February, varies by year) — hotel prices spike 50-100% for 5 days. Sesimbra + Torres Vedras (Lisbon-area towns) have the biggest Carnaval parades.
Outside Carnaval, February is the quietest + cheapest tourist month. Same-day Sintra tickets possible.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Same as January — light winter jacket, sweater, waterproof shoes. Slightly less rain.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
19.3°C
12°C
8.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
27°C
17.7°C
1.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
21.7°C
14°C
8/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current14.3°C
8.3°C
12.3/mo
Lisbon Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14° | 8° | 14d·110mm | 4.6h | 76% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 15° | 8° | 11d·80mm | 5.9h | 73% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 17° | 10° | 10d·60mm | 6.9h | 70% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 19° | 12° | 9d·60mm | 8.1h | 67% | 5 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 22° | 14° | 7d·45mm | 9.6h | 64% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 25° | 17° | 3d·16mm | 11h | 64% | 8 | Very busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 28° | 18° | 1d·4mm | 11.5h | 60% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 28° | 18° | 1d·6mm | 11h | 60% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 26° | 17° | 4d·25mm | 9h | 65% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| 22° | 14° | 8d·80mm | 6.6h | 71% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 17° | 11° | 12d·130mm | 5h | 78% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 14° | 9° | 12d·110mm | 4.6h | 77% | 2 | Moderate | Peak |
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Lisbon February Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is February a good time to visit Lisbon?
Lisbon in February is Moderate. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Lisbon in February?
Lisbon February averages a high of 15°C and a low of 8°C.
Does it rain much in Lisbon in February?
Lisbon February averages 80mm of rainfall over about 11 rainy days.
What should I wear in Lisbon in February?
Same as January — light winter jacket, sweater, waterproof shoes. Slightly less rain.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Lisbon in February?
Lisbon February sunrise is 07:20 and sunset is 18:00, with 10h 40m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Lisbon in February?
Lisbon February air quality (AQI) averages 36, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 12μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Lisbon in February?
In February, Lisbon is great for Carnaval parades (Sesimbra + Torres Vedras), Belém UNESCO sites, Alfama walking.
Is February peak season in Lisbon?
Lisbon February crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Why you can trust weather guide
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