Do you have a spare weekend in March, April or May and wonder what Portugal’s like in those months? Will the weather be as splendid as summers tend to be? We’ll go over why spring is a great time to visit Portugal and what temperatures you can expect.
Fewer tourists
And smaller queues
If you don’t feel like dice rolling every time you enter a beach on whether you’ll find a free spot or whether queues in Lisbon or Porto will steal half an hour of your precious holiday time, then there’s a very simple solution. Just fly to Portugal in spring! The swarms of tourists are nowhere to be found in March, April and May. Additionally, temperatures are already pleasant enough for both exploring the country and spending days on Portuguese beaches.
The most beautiful time of year in Portugal
Perfect for taking photos!
If you’re wondering when would be the best time for taking photos in Portugal, we’d say, without a doubt, that you’re looking for spring. It’s beautiful greenery is accompanied by a whole array of colours from blooming flowers. Though, admittedly, this only concerns mainland Portugal, as Madeira is a land of eternal spring.
Easter in Portugal
A special time in Portugal
Easter is a very special time for Catholics, ergo the dominant religion of Portugal. Even if you’re not a believer yourself, Easter is still a great time to visit Portugal. Just like Christmas, Easter is not just a religious event, but also a cultural one. You’re sure to see how the Portuguese celebrate Easter.
Spring cuisine in Portugal
A time of unique foods
In addition to an Easter Pao de Lo or Folar, it is worth trying other spring food in Portugal – of course there are plenty of fresh vegetables, delicious fruit and even seafood. And those delicious fresh juices served from trolleys on the streets, yum!
Check out what foods you can try on Madeira!
Spring weather in Portugal
What’s the weather like in spring?
Of course, the weather varies a bit from region to region, but we’ll exclude the Azores and Madeira from our list here, as these have all-year-long spring at home. Still, don’t worry, as mainland Portugal isn’t far behind. Temperatures range from 16 to 22 degrees Celsius on average. And it doesn’t rain much, so it’s a nice change of pace from our post-winter wetlands.
March weather in Portugal
What are the temperatures like in March in Portugal?
What is the weather like in March in Portugal? Quite warm already, as it ranges from 16 to 19 degrees Celsius. At night, thermometers will show around 10 degrees, so still very chilly. Thankfully, not much rain.
Take a jacket with you for the brisk evenings 🙂
April weather in Portugal
What are the temperatures like in April in Portugal?
April will already get quite a bit warmer and stabler when it comes to temperatures. You can expect around 20 degrees Celsius throughout the whole month. Rain, once more, will be very scarce and sunshine will accompany you almost the whole month.
May weather in Portugal
What is the temperature in May in Portugal?
This is, as expected, the warmest spring month. You’ll already see 22 degrees Celsius here. Nights still remain a bit cold, with around 13-14 degrees Celsius, so do pack your jackets still. May is quite a perfect month for any type of endeavour in Portugal.
As you can see, spring in Portugal is everything a person needs after a cold and damp winter. We’d highly recommend it! In fact, we even caught a glimpse of more or less what spring in Portugal will feel like for you below:
Lovely, isn’t it?
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