April to October for warm weather. Summers are hot and busy; spring and autumn are milder and quieter. Winters are mild but wet.
The best months
The most comfortable weather with manageable crowds: March, April, September, October.
Peak season
May, June, July, August are the busiest months. Book popular tours and hotels earlier, and expect higher prices.
Month by month
- January: cool, quiet season.
- February: cool, quiet season.
- March: mild, busy season.
- April: mild, busy season.
- May: warm, peak season.
- June: warm, peak season.
- July: hot, peak season.
- August: hot, peak season.
- September: warm, busy season.
- October: mild, busy season.
- November: cool, quiet season.
- December: cool, quiet season.
How long to stay
Two to three days.
Prices, ticket rules and safety conditions change. Treat this as a starting point and check official sources and your government's travel advice before you go.
Porto best time to visit questions
When is the best time to visit Porto?
April to October for warm weather. Summers are hot and busy; spring and autumn are milder and quieter. Winters are mild but wet.
How many days do I need in Porto?
Two to three days.