Weather in Lisbon in November

How November compares

November is the 8th warmest month of the year in Lisbon and ranks 100th of 134 destinations we compare for November - see where else is hot in November. Within Portugal it is 12th of 13 (Portugal in November). Against London's average high of 10.4°C in November, Lisbon is 6.5°C warmer by day and 7.5°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in November

The typical November day in Lisbon peaks at 16.9°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 19.7°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 12.4°C; one night in ten drops to 9.1°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest November day here reached 24.8°C (2007-11-06) and the coldest night 4.8°C (2001-11-11).

Rain in November

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 10 days with 1 mm or more, 84 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest November was 1997 with 236 mm, the driest 1992 with 9 mm. Humidity averages 80%.

Sea temperature in November

The sea averages 16.6°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 15.6°C to 17.5°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (19.2°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 9.8 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:19 and sets about 17:23 local time in mid-November. Average cloud cover is 52%.

Is November a good time to visit Lisbon?

November is not the strongest month here: mild days and frequent rain. The best months for Lisbon on our scoring are July, August, September; months averaging 25°C or more: Jul, Aug.

Comfortable afternoons, cooler evenings

Average daytime highs of 16.9°C make walking around a more comfortable prospect than sitting outside in light summer clothes. A brighter afternoon may feel pleasantly mild, with the warmest days reaching 19.7°C or more, but dependable heat is not part of the deal. Nights average 12.4°C, and the coldest can drop to 9.1°C or lower. Pack layers that work together: a light top for milder spells, a jumper and a jacket for evenings. If you tend to feel the cold, do not judge your packing by the daytime average alone. November works best when you want manageable temperatures for being out and about, rather than warmth from morning until bedtime.

Keep your outdoor plans flexible

Rain is the main catch: about 10 days receive measurable rain, so a waterproof jacket and shoes that cope with wet weather are sensible luggage choices. That does not mean every rainy day is a write-off, but a tightly scheduled outdoor itinerary leaves little room to adapt. Sunshine averages about 4.8 hours within 9.8 hours of daylight, giving you useful time outside without promising clear skies throughout. Put your weather-dependent plans into the brighter spells and keep an indoor alternative available. Start outdoor days promptly rather than leaving everything until late afternoon. July, August and September score better overall here; November makes more sense if you accept wet weather in exchange for mild conditions.