Porto in Winter — Weather & What to Expect
Winter in Porto (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 14.4°C and lows of 8.3°C, with around 496.8mm of rain across the season (38 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the northern hemisphere, winter in Porto covers December, January, February.
Winter in Porto month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 14.4°C | 9.3°C | 249.5mm | 19 | 8/10 |
| January | 13.3°C | 7.0°C | 156.7mm | 10 | 9/10 |
| February | 15.6°C | 8.5°C | 90.6mm | 9 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Porto in winter
- Warm layers
- Light jacket or fleece
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Compact travel umbrella
- Waterproof jacket
- Quick-dry clothing
- Light waterproof layer
Frequently Asked Questions
Is winter a good time to visit Porto?
Winter in Porto rates around 9/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 14.4°C with 496.8mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Porto in winter?
Daytime highs average 14.4°C (57.9°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 8.3°C.
What months are winter in Porto?
Porto is in the northern hemisphere, so winter covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit Porto · Porto annual climate · Porto in spring · Porto in summer · Porto in autumn
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Winter in Porto — what to pack
Travel clothing layers
Pack layers — temperatures can vary significantly between day and night.
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.