Weather and light in July
| Marker | July |
|---|---|
| Temperatures | about 15 to 26 °C |
| Rain | rare, mostly dry |
| Sunset | between 21:15 and 21:00 |
| Sea | about 17 to 18 °C: cool |
| Crowds | high, hotels and monuments busy |
What to do in July
Start early for city visits (Clérigos, Livraria Lello, Ribeira) and keep the afternoon for the water: the six bridges cruise gives you air on the river, and the Foz and Matosinhos beaches are a few metro or bus stops away. A surf lesson at Matosinhos can be taken all day. To leave the city, the Douro Valley is very hot at this time: prefer the cruise and air-conditioned cellars. In the evening, terraces and rooftops.
Events of the month
- July: no national public holiday. The Marés Vivas festival is generally held in July in Vila Nova de Gaia; the 2027 dates are not confirmed, check before you book.
- Heat: in a heatwave, avoid visits between 13:00 and 17:00.
Prices and booking
July is high demand: book the hotel several weeks ahead (where to stay in Porto), as well as the Lello and the cellars. Budget: travel budget for Porto.
What to pack
Light clothes, a hat, sunscreen, a water bottle, swimsuit and towel for the beach, a thin jacket for the evening wind.
Going further
Porto in June, Porto in August and the best time to visit Porto.
