Portugal

Portugal in February

Europe Updated 2026-07-01

Almond blossom covers the Algarve hills while the Minho takes its heaviest rain of the year — the country at its most divided.

Is February a good time to visit Portugal?

February is one of the better months across Portugal, with crowds averaging 41/100 and typical highs near 16°C.

What closes and what fills up in February

  • Carnaval, movable, widely treated as a holiday

Portugal city by city in February

The same month can feel very different depending where you are.

City Crowd High Wet days
Porto 40 15°C 12
Lisbon 42 16°C 9

How February compares across the year

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Frequently asked questions

Is February a good month to visit Portugal?

February is one of the better months across Portugal, with crowds averaging 41/100 and typical highs near 16°C.

How busy is Portugal in February?

Averaged across the destinations we track, Portugal sits near 41/100 in February. The calmest of them is Porto.

What is the weather like in Portugal in February?

Expect average highs near 16°C and lows near 7°C, with roughly 11 wet days — though Portugal varies by region.

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