Best places to travelin November
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Lisbon · Portugal

Lisbon in November

A city for neighbourhood walks, with shorter days and more rain.

November is a cooler, wetter city-break month. Keep museums, cafes and flexible transport in the plan, and wear shoes for steep, slippery paving after rain.

Daytime high
17°ERA5 mean daily high
Nighttime
13°ERA5 mean daily low
Wet days
9days ≥1 mm
Relative budget
Moderate
November timing
Autumn city breakNovember can bring showers. Keep a light waterproof layer and an indoor plan for the day.

Weather: Open-Meteo archive · ERA5 · ERA5 grid near 38.7223, -9.1393 · 2015–2024 daily averages. Not a forecast. See the annual view

November in context

The weather & the season

See where November sits, then plan for your exact week.

ERA5 climate grid

Monthly averages describe a broad pattern, not the day you will travel.

17°November high
Daytime highNighttime low°C
Lisbon: monthly average highs and lowsNovember average high 17.4 degrees Celsius and low 13.2 degrees Celsius. Full monthly figures are available below the charts.0°5°10°15°20°25°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Open-Meteo archive · ERA5 · ERA5 grid near 38.7223, -9.1393 · 2015–2024 daily averages.

Travel seasons

November in the year

Rainier autumn

Seasonal travel guidance, not measured visitor counts.

JanCooler wet season
FebCooler wet season
MarSpring
AprSpring
MayEarly summer
JunSummer
JulSummer
AugSummer
SepLate summer
OctAutumn
NovRainier autumn
DecRainier autumn

Official destination and climate information

Lisbon climate and official winter city information distinguish the rainy cooler months from the dry summer; this is a seasonal description, not visitor counts.

Carry a rain layer

November can bring showers. Keep a light waterproof layer and an indoor plan for the day.

Visit Lisboa · plan your trip

Take care on slopes

Lisbon’s hills and polished paving get slippery when wet. Use comfortable shoes and allow extra time.

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Monthly figures & what they measure
Weather: ERA5 grid near 38.7223, -9.1393, 2015–2024 daily averages.
MonthHigh °CLow °CWet days
Jan14°10°7.4
Feb15°10°6.6
Mar16°11°8.6
Apr18°13°9.7
May20°15°4.2
Jun22°16°2.9
Jul24°18°0.5
Aug24°18°0.4
Sep23°17°2.9
Oct21°16°8.9
Nov17°13°9.3
Dec16°11°7.3

Daily maximum and minimum air temperatures were averaged by calendar month across 2015–2024 at the requested location. Wet days count daily precipitation totals of at least 1 mm; the ten yearly counts are averaged by month. Open-Meteo serves ERA5 on an approximately 0.25° grid; the returned grid point may differ slightly from requested coordinates. This is model reanalysis, not a station normal or forecast. Lisbon climate and official winter city information distinguish the rainy cooler months from the dry summer; this is a seasonal description, not visitor counts.

Towns, neighbourhoods & resort areas

Lisbon area guide

Choose an area first, then compare its hotels.

These three bases have different day-to-day tradeoffs. Match your accommodation to the sights, transport and outdoor conditions that matter most.

Lisbon at a glanceChoose a numbered place
3 places to stay in LisbonThese three bases have different day-to-day tradeoffs. Match your accommodation to the sights, transport and outdoor conditions that matter most. Numbered labels connect to the area guide.LisbonTagus estuaryN1Baixa & Chiado2Alfama3Avenida da Liberdade

Area centres are approximate geographic markers, not hotel entrances. Coastlines and land are generalized; this overview does not show streets or routes.

Natural Earth · public-domain geography
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Baixa-Chiado (Lisbon Metro) (49661167473).jpg

A compact first stay with museums, riverfront and transit close by.

Baixa combines broad avenues, squares and central transit; Chiado climbs toward theatres and shops.
Beach & water
No beach; the riverfront is an urban promenade.
Day to day
Metro and trams connect the centre; walks include steep grades.
November trade-off
Baixa is central for transit and sights, though busy at peak hours.
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Alfama, Lisbon (DSC03367).jpg

Travellers prioritizing old streets and late evenings nearby.

Tangled lanes, viewpoints and fado houses climb above the Tagus.
Beach & water
No beach; viewpoints look over the river.
Day to day
Expect cobbles and stairs; use local lifts and transit where practical.
November trade-off
Alfama keeps fado and historic lanes nearby; its steep streets are hard with wheeled luggage.
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Avenida da Liberdade (22344060581) (cropped).jpg

A calmer, accessible-by-taxi base with larger hotels.

Tree-lined avenue hotels sit between Restauradores and Marquês de Pombal.
Beach & water
No beach; central urban base.
Day to day
Metro line and flatter avenue walk; uphill toward the north.
November trade-off
Liberdade has wide avenues and metro access, with a more commercial feel.

Stay options for the season

Hotels for a November stay

Compare the pools, setting and seasonal details that matter.

Roof terrace at Hotel Mundial overlooking LisbonCentral city hotel
1 Baixa & Chiado · Historic centre

Hotel Mundial

A central base suits a short stay built around walking and public transport.

  • See seasonal facilities note
  • City-break travellers

Compare room type, cancellation terms and festive-week service before booking.

November details & sources

Check the room’s street exposure if you are a light sleeper.

The hotel’s official page should be checked for current pool, spa and seasonal access; no heating or December operation is assumed here.

Hotel Mundial · official
Hotel budgetModerate
Check availability

Choose dates for prices · Booking.com

Alfama, Lisbon (DSC03367).jpgArea view · AlfamaAlfama boutique & rooftop
2 Alfama · Historic hillside

Memmo Alfama

A small Alfama hotel works for guests who want old-quarter lanes at the door.

  • See seasonal facilities note
  • Travellers prioritizing full-service facilities

Compare room type, cancellation terms and festive-week service before booking.

November details & sources

Steep streets and steps make arrival with heavy bags difficult; arrange a taxi drop-off.

The hotel’s official page should be checked for current pool, spa and seasonal access; no heating or December operation is assumed here.

Memmo Alfama · official
Hotel budgetHigher cost
Check availability

Choose dates for prices · Booking.com

Green planted facade inside the BessaHotel Liberdade courtyardA contemporary hotel on Avenida da Liberdade.
3 Avenida da Liberdade · Avenue district

BessaHotel Liberdade

A hotel on Avenida da Liberdade makes city transport and rainy-day plans easier.

  • See seasonal facilities note
  • City-break travellers

Compare room type, cancellation terms and festive-week service before booking.

November details & sources

Compare room position and breakfast terms before booking.

The hotel’s official page should be checked for current pool, spa and seasonal access; no heating or December operation is assumed here.

BessaHotel Liberdade · official
Hotel budgetModerate
Check availability

Choose dates for prices · Booking.com

Budget bands describe the properties’ general positioning, not live rates. Check exact dates, room type, cancellation terms and holiday services. Facilities checked 2026-10-30. Research from official hotel pages, not personal reviews.

Before you travel

A few checks before Lisbon

Entry, health and insurance needs depend on your passport, route, personal circumstances and planned activities. Check the authorities for your own trip.

Passport & visa

Rules depend on passport and route

Portugal is in Schengen; permission depends on passport and route. Lisbon’s hills and wet paving make sensible footwear and medical cover useful.

Health & medication

Check individual needs

Review routine vaccinations, medication supply, and destination-specific health guidance with a clinician. Winter footing and cold exposure or sea conditions may also affect your plans.

Travel advice & cover

Check before departure

Read current government travel advice and make sure cover matches your activities, transit and medical needs. For seasonal activities, check the operator and local conditions shortly before travel.

Confirm passport validity, visa eligibility and transit rules for your nationality.

Portugal is in Schengen; permission depends on passport and route. Lisbon’s hills and wet paving make sensible footwear and medical cover useful.

Portugal · official entry information Portugal · government travel advice

Checked 29 October 2026. Recheck the linked authorities before departure. Health guidance is general; individual advice comes from a qualified health professional.

Before you book

A few November questions

Plan neighbourhood walks with museums or cafés for wet spells.

Is Lisbon warm in November?

Lisbon is usually mild compared with northern Europe, but evenings are cooler and rain is more likely than in summer.

Is November a beach month?

No. It is better treated as a city break with museums and cafes than a dependable beach holiday.

Which neighbourhood is easiest?

Baixa is central, Liberdade has broad streets and transit, and Alfama offers historic lanes with steep access.

Does it rain every day?

No. Monthly averages do not mean daily rain, but leave room for showers and check the forecast.

Sources & checks
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