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Lisbon in May
Lisbon warms up: highs climb to 66°F (19°C), from 62°F in April, with lows of 58°F (14°C) and about 1.2 in (31 mm) of rain.
At 93/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 66°F (19°C)
- Avg low
- 58°F (14°C)
- Rain
- 1.2 in (31 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 52%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 07 min
- Comfort score
- 93/100 · Great
What May feels like
Highs near 66°F (19°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Lows average 58°F (14°C).
About 1.2 in (31 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's May.
Plan around May
May is one of Lisbon's best months on the climate data.
- The drier spell starts: rain falls to 1.2 in (31 mm) after 2.1 in (54 mm) in April.
- Comfort improves from 86/100 in April to 93/100.
- May sits inside the Apr – Jun window our Portugal by Rail route recommends.
What to pack for May
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 58°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Lisbon in May
May is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Castelo de São Jorge
Moorish castle walls above Alfama with the widest views of the city.
Belém Tower
16th-century fortified tower on the Tagus, built to guard the harbor.
Tram 28
Vintage yellow tram climbing through Graça, Alfama and Baixa.
A Ginjinha
Tiny bar pouring cherry liqueur since 1840.
Miradouro da Senhora do Monte
The city's highest viewpoint, looking over the castle and river.
Why now May scores 93/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in May
- Coimbra in May~109 mi · highs 76°F, 2.1 in rain · 6°C (10°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Porto in May~170 mi · highs 67°F, 2.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Seville in May~195 mi · highs 83°F, 1.1 in rain · 10°C (17°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Córdoba in May~243 mi · highs 82°F, 1.3 in rain · 9°C (16°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 May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Lisbon?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 93/100. Expect highs of 66°F (19°C) and 1.2 in (31 mm) of rain. May is inside the Apr – Jun window our Portugal by Rail route recommends.
How hot is Lisbon in May?
Average highs are 66°F (19°C) and average lows 58°F (14°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Lisbon in May?
Not much: about 1.2 in (31 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 21.3 in (541 mm).
What should I pack for Lisbon in May?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 58°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in May
- Portugal by Rail Apr – Jun
Planning Lisbon in May?
Share this May plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.