Portugal travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Portugal with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Portugal.

Portugal travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Portugal with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Portugal - quick facts
Flight time✝ 2.5 to 4 hours
Time difference UK 0 to -1 hours
Language(s) Portuguese
Currency Euro
Electricity C + F plug (230V)
Driving side Right

Why visit Portugal?

Considering a holiday to the Portugal? Here are some of the very good reasons it makes such a wonderful holiday destination be it for beaches or culture to ensure you get the most out of your 2025/2026 escape.

  • Beach babes - beaches
    Beaches
  • Culture vultures
    Culture
  • Nature lovers - nature & wildlife
    Nature
  • Night owls - nightlife
    Nightlife

Portugal tourist information

✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.

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Portugal weather

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °F
59°F maximum daytime temperature in January in Lisbon59
61°F maximum daytime temperature in February in Lisbon61
64°F maximum daytime temperature in March in Lisbon64
66°F maximum daytime temperature in April in Lisbon66
72°F maximum daytime temperature in May in Lisbon72
77°F maximum daytime temperature in June in Lisbon77
82°F maximum daytime temperature in July in Lisbon82
82°F maximum daytime temperature in August in Lisbon82
81°F maximum daytime temperature in September in Lisbon81
73°F maximum daytime temperature in October in Lisbon73
64°F maximum daytime temperature in November in Lisbon64
59°F maximum daytime temperature in December in Lisbon59
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
14 days with some rainfall in January in Lisbon14
14 days with some rainfall in February in Lisbon14
13 days with some rainfall in March in Lisbon13
11 days with some rainfall in April in Lisbon11
8 days with some rainfall in May in Lisbon8
5 days with some rainfall in June in Lisbon5
2 days with some rainfall in July in Lisbon2
2 days with some rainfall in August in Lisbon2
6 days with some rainfall in September in Lisbon6
10 days with some rainfall in October in Lisbon10
13 days with some rainfall in November in Lisbon13
14 days with some rainfall in December in Lisbon14
Sea temperature °F
59°F sea temperature in January in Lisbon59
57°F sea temperature in February in Lisbon57
59°F sea temperature in March in Lisbon59
59°F sea temperature in April in Lisbon59
61°F sea temperature in May in Lisbon61
63°F sea temperature in June in Lisbon63
64°F sea temperature in July in Lisbon64
66°F sea temperature in August in Lisbon66
66°F sea temperature in September in Lisbon66
64°F sea temperature in October in Lisbon64
63°F sea temperature in November in Lisbon63
61°F sea temperature in December in Lisbon61

The Portugal weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Lisbon.

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Portugal travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Portugal from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Portugal.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Portugal travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Portugal with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Portugal, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Portugal travel features

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Portugal FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Portugal including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Are there entry restrictions to Portugal?

Portugal is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for Portugal.

What is the flight time to Portugal from the UK?

The flight time to Portugal from the UK is typically 2.5 to 4 hours.

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What is the time difference between Portugal and the UK?

The time difference between Portugal and the UK is UK time0 to UK time-1 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Portugal?

The main language spoken in Portugal is Portuguese.

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What is the currency in Portugal?

The currency in Portugal is the Euro (EUR).

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Which plugs are used in Portugal?

Portugal uses electrical plug type C + F (230 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Portugal?

They drive on the right side of the road in Portugal.

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