Weather in Cascais

Summer in the resort town is hot and perfect for sunbathing. For example, temperatures in Cascais do not drop below +22°C even at night. The rainy season in Cascais in summer is a rare, or rather unique phenomenon, so the weather in Cascais will contribute to a relaxing vacation. In winter, the thermometer never reaches 0°C. Tourists note that the temperature in February in Cascais is +13-16 ° C, which is ideal for walking around the city.

The mountains of Sintra create a microclimate effect in Cascais. Warm clothing should be brought for those planning walks along the mountain range.

Note that Portugal is considered one of the warmest European countries with great weather. The high summer season in Cascais lasts from late June to September, but many tourists come here in spring and fall. A sunny day in June and August lasts 11 hours.

The weekly weather forecast for Cascais can be found on the Portuguese meteosite.

When is the best time to go to Cascais?

Cascais' fantastic sunny weather with occasional rain lasts from early spring to deep fall - practically three quarters of the year. In early spring and late fall, Cascais is visited by tourists focused on experiencing the scenery, cuisine, history and local attractions. In addition, Cascais will be of interest to lovers of an active balanced vacation - you can play golf, surfing, trekking, hiking and biking.

Should I go to Cascais in winter? Cascais gets most of its rainfall in winter, so it's better to go in the spring, summer and fall. Surfers come to Cascais during the winter months, and kite surfers also enjoy the huge waves and winds. Water temperatures in the Atlantic Ocean drop to +17°C.