When to go à PORTO ?
Porto is accessible almost all year round. With the Atlantic Ocean protecting the city, the climate is mild: 10-15°C on average in winter; between 20 and 25°C in summer. However, it rains quite often, mainly between November and February. September is one of the most favorable months, as summer tourists have left and the ocean has warmed up. To enjoy Porto's festivities and immerse yourself in its culture, visit between May and September.
Temperatures are fairly mild throughout the year and overall rainfall is low. Overall, winters are never too cold (15°C on average), and summers are moderately warm (21/25°C). The hottest months are July and August, but evenings are almost always pleasantly refreshed by the Atlantic air. Spring and autumn often have very beautiful periods of sunshine.
As in France, the high tourist season is in the summer, in July and August, the middle season from May to June, and from September to October, the low season the rest of the year. With regard to temperatures, Porto is a pleasant destination all year round, except for the cool and rainy winter. The summer season is the sunniest and most pleasant as it is often the case in Portugal. To avoid the crowds, opt for a departure in September since the climatic conditions are more or less the same with a few days of rain in addition. There is no Indian summer because the oceanic climate implies a maximum rainfall between October and March. Despite the mild temperatures, the omnipresence of rain in winter prevents you from fully appreciating Porto. From April you can go there. Spring is ideal to enjoy Porto without the summer crowds.
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There's so much to see and do in the Cidade Invicta (Unbeaten City). Between museums, historic buildings, wine cellars and the Douro, the options are endless. Each of Porto's neighborhoods is brimming with treasures to discover. We've divided the city into four zones: the "Upper City", which includes the city center and most of the surrounding districts; Ribeira and Miragaia; Foz do Douro; and Vila Nova de Gaia, which isn't a district in its own right, but is an essential stopping-off point in Porto. The best way to explore the city from the center is on foot. You'll combine sightseeing with wonderful views of the Douro. Cross the Dom Luis I bridge to the other side of the river, stroll along the Gaia quays and enjoy a glass of port wine. Finally, take the streetcar or bike to the Atlantic. Or walk if you still have some strength left.
