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Coimbra in August
Coimbra's warmest month brings highs averaging 92°F (34°C), lows of 62°F (17°C) and about 0.6 in (14 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 73/100 is still Good, though it ranks 10th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 92°F (34°C)
- Avg low
- 62°F (17°C)
- Rain
- 0.6 in (14 mm)
- Humidity
- 54%
- Cloud cover
- 32%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 36 min
- Comfort score
- 73/100 · Good
What August feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 92°F (34°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 17°C (31°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.6 in (14 mm) of rain.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 32%.
Plan around August
August is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are April – June and September.
- Comfort holds steady from July (75 → 73/100).
- Our Portugal by Rail route recommends Apr – Jun, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes92°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 62°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Coimbra in August
Afternoons run hot (92°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Parque Verde do Mondego
Riverside park and boardwalk along both banks of the Mondego.
Why now August scores 73/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Biblioteca Joanina
Baroque library from the 1700s with gilded shelves and a colony of bats.
Why now A break from 92°F afternoons.
Sé Velha
Fortress-like Romanesque cathedral from the 12th century.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Café Santa Cruz
Café inside a former monastery chapel, with Gothic vaults.
Zé Manel dos Ossos
Tiny traditional tavern with walls covered in notes, serving hearty pork dishes.
Nearby in August
- Porto in August~67 mi · highs 76°F, 0.9 in rain · 9°C (17°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Lisbon in August~109 mi · highs 73°F, 0.2 in rain · 11°C (19°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Seville in August~234 mi · highs 101°F, 0.1 in rain · 5°C (8°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Córdoba in August~252 mi · highs 101°F, 0.3 in rain · 5°C (8°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~425 m to Coimbra's ~42 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Coimbra in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Coimbra?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 73/100, held back mainly by heat. The best months are April – June and September. Expect highs of 92°F (34°C) and 0.6 in (14 mm) of rain. Our Portugal by Rail route recommends Apr – Jun, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Coimbra in August?
Average highs are 92°F (34°C) and average lows 62°F (17°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Coimbra in August?
Not much: about 0.6 in (14 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 33.3 in (846 mm).
What should I pack for Coimbra in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (92°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 62°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Coimbra in August?
Share this August plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.