Climate: Portugal is one of the warmest European countries. The climate in Portugal varies considerably from one region to another and is influenced by the relief, latitude and proximity to the sea, which offers mild winters, especially in the Algarve.

In the Porto e Norte area and the Centro de Portugal region, particularly inland, nearer Spain, the winters are colder, although the temperatures are still mild when compared to the rest of Europe. The summers are hot and dry, especially in the inland areas (Trás-os-Montes in north-eastern Portugal and Alentejo) and in the Algarve, which experiences very little rain, however refreshing sea breezes make for pleasant conditions. Spring and Summer months are usually sunny and the temperatures very high during July and August. Temperatures are slightly lower in the coastal areas, because of the influence of the sea. There are often warm, sunny days in autumn. The wettest season is from November to March. 

Lisbon has a warm climate, with sunny spring and summer days when temperatures frequently reach 30ºC or above. Winters are wet and windy, temperatures averaging around 10ºC.