What February feels like in Lisbon
Late winter arrives in Lisbon with February. Expect cool, jacket-on afternoons — comfortable for a long walk. There is little difference between day and night: nights are cool, and evenings feel much like the afternoon. Moisture in the air gives the cold a damp edge.
Rain in Lisbon in February
It is a changeable month: rain comes about one day in 4, with dry spells in between. Each rainy day adds about 8.1 mm (0.3 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. Across the year Lisbon averages about 7.7 mm per rainy day, so February is typical.
Daylight and sunshine in February
Mid-month, Lisbon gets 10 h 44 min of daylight, from sunrise near 7:29 am to sunset near 6:13 pm. Days are getting longer: 1 h more daylight than in mid-January. Measured sunshine covers about 79% of the daylight — there are plenty of bright spells.
How February compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, February comes out as the 3rd coolest month in Lisbon. Afternoons run 0.9°C (1.6°F) warmer than in January, with 2 mm more rain. The warm-up continues into March. March averages a high of 16.7°C (62.1°F).
Who February suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — good conditions for sitting outside.
- Beach: less ideal — the sea air is too cool.
Tips for visiting Lisbon in February
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Light Jacket
Cool days — a light jacket or sweater for walking around.
Sunglasses
Plenty of sun, so bring sunglasses and a cap.
Quick questions
How warm is Lisbon in February?
Afternoons average 15°C (59°F) and nights about 9.3°C (48.7°F) — cool by most people's standards. It is the 3rd coolest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Lisbon in February?
Yes, fairly — rain falls about one day in 4 and totals about 65 mm, so an umbrella is worth carrying.
What should I wear in Lisbon in February?
Pack rain protection, a light jacket and sunglasses. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is February or March better for visiting Lisbon?
February scores better on our climate ranking (#8 of 12 vs #9), rated Good against Good. March is warmer and has more rainy days.