Portugal in winter
In Portugal it is on average 17 °C during the day in December, 16 °C in January and 17 °C in February, with sea temperatures around 19 °C in January. The warmest destination in winter is Algarve (18 °C on average from December to February). Of the winter months, November is the warmest at 20 °C. That is mild, but not beach weather.
Weather in Portugal by month (November–March)
| Month | Day °C | Sea °C | Sun hours | Rain days | Warmest destination |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 20° | 22° | 8.6 | 10 | Madeira (20°) |
| December | 17° | 20° | 7.8 | 13 | Madeira (17°) |
| January | 16° | 19° | 7.9 | 11 | Madeira (16°) |
| February | 17° | 19° | 9.2 | 10 | Algarve (18°) |
| March | 17° | 19° | 9.8 | 12 | Algarve (19°) |
Open-Meteo multi-year averages, weighted by the number of accommodations per destination. Sun hours and rain days are model values.
Destinations in Portugal
| Destination | Dec | Jan | Feb | Sea (winter) | Flight | From pp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madeira | 17° | 16° | 17° | 21° | 4 u | €240 |
| Algarve | 17° | 16° | 18° | 17° | 3 u | €189 |
| Azoren | 17° | 16° | 16° | 18° | 4 u | €511 |
| Costa de Lisboa | 15° | 14° | 16° | 16° | 3 u | €828 |
| Fuerteventura | – | – | – | – | 4 u 15 | €759 |
Day temperature = average maximum. Flight time: indicative, direct from Amsterdam.
Portugal on the map
Frequently asked questions about Portugal in winter
How warm is Portugal in winter?
In Portugal it is on average 17 °C during the day in December, 16 °C in January and 17 °C in February, with sea temperatures around 19 °C in January. The warmest destination in winter is Algarve (18 °C on average from December to February). Of the winter months, November is the warmest at 20 °C. That is mild, but not beach weather.
Where is it warmest in Portugal in winter?
Algarve, with an average of 18 °C during the day from December to February and sea water of 17 °C.
Can you swim in the sea in Portugal in winter?
The sea is about 20 °C in December and 19 °C in February. That is cold; most visitors stick to a (heated) pool.
What is the best winter month for Portugal?
Between November and March, November is the warmest month (20 °C). In midwinter, December to February, December is the warmest.
What does a winter holiday in Portugal cost?
We currently list 882 accommodations in 18 destinations in Portugal, from €130 per person. Prices are refreshed daily.
How long is the flight to Portugal?
A flight from Amsterdam takes about 4 hours (indicative).