Portugal in November: Weather, Events and Where to Go

November is when Portugal slows down for winter: cooler, wetter days in the north, but mild sunshine in the south, roasted chestnuts on every corner, new wine and no crowds. It’s great for city breaks, wine country and the Algarve’s quiet beaches. Here’s what to expect.

Quick answer: expect around 17°C in Lisbon and 18–19°C in the Algarve, with more rain than October. Highlights: São Martinho (11 November, chestnuts and new wine), the Golegã Horse Fair, Web Summit in Lisbon, MotoGP in the Algarve, Nazaré’s big waves and the first Christmas lights at the end of the month.

Weather

• Lisbon: highs around 17°C, with some rainy days.
• Porto and the north: cooler (around 15°C) and wetter.
• The Algarve: mild and often sunny, 18–19°C.
• Madeira: around 22°C.

What’s on

• São Martinho (11 November): roasted chestnuts, água-pé and jeropiga, and often a few days of warm “São Martinho summer”.
• Golegã Horse Fair (6–15 November in 2026).
• Web Summit and LEFFEST in Lisbon (mid-November). Book hotels early.
• MotoGP Grand Prix of Portugal near Portimão (20–22 November 2026).
• Carcavelos’ Capítulo Perfeito surf contest window opens.
• Aljezur Sweet Potato Festival (late November).
• Christmas villages and lights start at the end of the month. See Christmas in Portugal.

Where to go

• Lisbon and Porto: museums, food and fado. See Lisbon on a rainy day.
• The Algarve: walks, golf and empty beaches. See the Algarve in winter.
• Madeira: the warmest option. See Madeira.
• Nazaré: big waves. See Nazaré.

Tips

• Bring a waterproof and shoes with grip.
• Some beach businesses and water parks are closed.
• Great hotel prices, except during Web Summit week in Lisbon.

More: October, December and Portugal in autumn.

Prices and details change, so please double-check before you travel. Spotted something out of date? Tell us in the groups.