Weather Comparison
Porto vs Lisbon
Side-by-side weather comparison for February
February Weather: Porto vs Lisbon
| Metric | Porto | Lisbon | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 14°C (57°F) | 14°C (57°F) | Tie |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 6°C (43°F) | 9°C (48°F)▲ | Lisbon |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 10 days | 8 days▲ | Lisbon |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 103 mm | 52 mm▲ | Lisbon |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 8h/day | 8h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 1 | 1 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 18 km/h▲ | 23 km/h | Porto |
Which City is Better in February?
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Lisbon edges ahead as the better destination in February. Lisbon offers 8 hours of daily sunshine with only 8 rain days, while Porto sees 8 sunshine hours and 10 rain days.
Porto is on the cooler side at 14°C, requiring warmer clothing. Lisbon is cooler at 14°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Lisbon is the stronger choice in February.
Temperature Comparison in February
Porto reaches an average high of 14°C (57°F) and drops to 6°C (43°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Lisbon averages 14°C (57°F) for the high and 9°C (48°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°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 February.
Rainfall Comparison in February
Porto receives approximately 103 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during February. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Lisbon sees 52 mm over 8 rain days. That makes Lisbon the drier option by 2 rain days and 51 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
What to Pack: Porto vs Lisbon
Packing for Porto in February
Highs of 14°C, lows of 6°C, 10 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓waterproof jacket
- ✓compact umbrella
- ✓waterproof shoes
Packing for Lisbon in February
Highs of 14°C, lows of 9°C, 8 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓a packable rain jacket
- ✓an umbrella
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers. These items are useful in either destination during February.
Year-Round Comparison: Porto vs Lisbon
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.February is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Porto | Lisbon | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 13°C | 12d | 14°C | 9d |
| Feb | 14°C | 10d | 14°C | 8d |
| Mar | 16°C | 10d | 17°C | 8d |
| Apr | 17°C | 12d | 18°C | 8d |
| May | 20°C | 11d | 21°C | 6d |
| Jun | 23°C | 6d | 24°C | 2d |
| Jul | 25°C | 4d | 26°C | 1d |
| Aug | 26°C | 4d | 27°C | 1d |
| Sep | 24°C | 6d | 25°C | 4d |
| Oct | 20°C | 13d | 21°C | 9d |
| Nov | 16°C | 13d | 17°C | 10d |
| Dec | 14°C | 13d | 14°C | 9d |
Porto Weather in February
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