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Lisbon in February
Little changes in Lisbon from January: highs stay near 58°F (15°C), lows near 51°F (11°C), and about 2.0 in (51 mm) of rain falls.
It scores 79/100 for comfort, 9th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 58°F (15°C)
- Avg low
- 51°F (11°C)
- Rain
- 2.0 in (51 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 58%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 33 min
- Comfort score
- 79/100 · Great
What February feels like
Highs near 58°F (15°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Lows average 51°F (11°C).
Rain is moderate at about 2.0 in (51 mm) for the month.
Plan around February
February is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (April – September).
- Comfort improves from 76/100 in January to 79/100.
- Our Portugal by Rail route recommends Apr – Jun, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 51°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Lisbon in February
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Pena Palace
Romantic hilltop palace in bright colors above Sintra, 40 minutes by train.
Jerónimos Monastery
Manueline monastery with a carved cloister and Vasco da Gama's tomb.
Cervejaria Ramiro
Bustling seafood beer hall famous for garlic prawns and a steak sandwich to finish.
Pastéis de Belém
Bakery making custard tarts since 1837.
Miradouro da Senhora do Monte
The city's highest viewpoint, looking over the castle and river.
Why now February scores 79/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in February
- Coimbra in February~109 mi · highs 59°F, 3.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Porto in February~170 mi · highs 56°F, 3.8 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Seville in February~195 mi · highs 62°F, 1.9 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Córdoba in February~243 mi · highs 61°F, 1.9 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Lisbon in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Lisbon?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 79/100 against a best of 93 in April – September. Expect highs of 58°F (15°C) and 2.0 in (51 mm) of rain. Our Portugal by Rail route recommends Apr – Jun, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Lisbon in February?
Average highs are 58°F (15°C) and average lows 51°F (11°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Lisbon in February?
Not much: about 2.0 in (51 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 21.3 in (541 mm).
What should I pack for Lisbon in February?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 51°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Lisbon in February?
Share this February plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.