Weather Comparison
Lisbon vs Porto
Side-by-side weather comparison for April
April Weather: Lisbon vs Porto
| Metric | Lisbon | Porto | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 18°C (64°F)▲ | 17°C (63°F) | Lisbon |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 12°C (54°F)▲ | 10°C (50°F) | Lisbon |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 8 days▲ | 12 days | Lisbon |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 53 mm▲ | 123 mm | Lisbon |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 11h/day | 11h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 23 km/h | 19 km/h▲ | Porto |
Which City is Better in April?
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Lisbon edges ahead as the better destination in April. Lisbon offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 8 rain days, while Porto sees 11 sunshine hours and 12 rain days.
Lisbon sits in the comfortable travel range at 18°C. Porto is also comfortable at 17°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Lisbon is the stronger choice in April.
Temperature Comparison in April
Lisbon reaches an average high of 18°C (64°F) and drops to 12°C (54°F) at night during April. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Porto averages 17°C (63°F) for the high and 10°C (50°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in April.
Rainfall Comparison in April
Lisbon receives approximately 53 mm of rainfall across 8 rain days during April. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Porto sees 123 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Lisbon the drier option by 4 rain days and 70 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
What to Pack: Lisbon vs Porto
Packing for Lisbon in April
Highs of 18°C, lows of 12°C, 8 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓a packable rain jacket
- ✓an umbrella
Packing for Porto in April
Highs of 17°C, lows of 10°C, 12 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓waterproof jacket
- ✓compact umbrella
- ✓waterproof shoes
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers. These items are useful in either destination during April.
Year-Round Comparison: Lisbon vs Porto
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month of the year, helping you find the best time to visit either city.April is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Lisbon | Porto | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 14°C | 9d | 13°C | 12d |
| Feb | 14°C | 8d | 14°C | 10d |
| Mar | 17°C | 8d | 16°C | 10d |
| Apr | 18°C | 8d | 17°C | 12d |
| May | 21°C | 6d | 20°C | 11d |
| Jun | 24°C | 2d | 23°C | 6d |
| Jul | 26°C | 1d | 25°C | 4d |
| Aug | 27°C | 1d | 26°C | 4d |
| Sep | 25°C | 4d | 24°C | 6d |
| Oct | 21°C | 9d | 20°C | 13d |
| Nov | 17°C | 10d | 16°C | 13d |
| Dec | 14°C | 9d | 14°C | 13d |
Lisbon Weather in April
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