Rooftop view over Porto, the Douro River and the Dom Luís I Bridge

Porto in August

Warmest month, peak season

The short answer

August is a reasonable month in Porto — with trade-offs.

August has Porto’s highest average daytime temperatures and generally dry conditions. It is also a busy holiday month, so accommodation and popular restaurants can require advance planning.

6/10 overall15.7–24.8°CHigh crowds€€€€
Weather10/10
Crowds4/10
Prices€€€€
Events6/10

August in detail

What August actually feels like

Weather
15.7–24.8°C
Warmest month, peak season
Crowds
High
High
Prices
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+Warm temperatures and little average rainfall.

–Crowded attractions and expensive accommodation.

My tip for August

Reserve sought-after restaurants and stay flexible around the busiest areas.

  • Summer weather
  • Coastal excursions

How August compares

Against the other eleven months

11th of 12 overall in Porto, 1st for weather, 11th for space, 11th for value. The emptiest month is January; the best value is January.

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