Weather Comparison
Porto vs Lisbon
Side-by-side weather comparison for November
November Weather: Porto vs Lisbon
| Metric | Porto | Lisbon | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 16°C (61°F) | 17°C (63°F)▲ | Lisbon |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 10°C (50°F) | 12°C (54°F)▲ | Lisbon |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 13 days | 10 days▲ | Lisbon |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 166 mm | 84 mm▲ | Lisbon |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 7h/day | 8h/day▲ | Lisbon |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 1 | 1 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 18 km/h▲ | 22 km/h | Porto |
Which City is Better in November?
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Lisbon edges ahead as the better destination in November. Lisbon offers 8 hours of daily sunshine with only 10 rain days, while Porto sees 7 sunshine hours and 13 rain days.
Porto sits in the comfortable travel range at 16°C. Lisbon is also comfortable at 17°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Lisbon is the stronger choice in November. Lisbon receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Temperature Comparison in November
Porto reaches an average high of 16°C (61°F) and drops to 10°C (50°F) at night during November. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Lisbon averages 17°C (63°F) for the high and 12°C (54°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 November.
Rainfall Comparison in November
Porto receives approximately 166 mm of rainfall across 13 rain days during November. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Lisbon sees 84 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Lisbon the drier option by 3 rain days and 82 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
What to Pack: Porto vs Lisbon
Packing for Porto in November
Highs of 16°C, lows of 10°C, 13 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓waterproof jacket
- ✓compact umbrella
- ✓waterproof shoes
Packing for Lisbon in November
Highs of 17°C, lows of 12°C, 10 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, waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes. These items are useful in either destination during November.
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.November 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 November
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