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Best time to visit Evora: month by month
Short answer
March to May and late September to November are the best times: highs of about 18–26°C, green fields in spring and the grape harvest in autumn. July and August are very hot (about 33–34°C on average, with days reaching 40°C), and winter is cool and sunny with cold nights.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 14°C | 6°C | 6 | low |
| Feb | 16°C | 7°C | 8 | low |
| Mar | 18°C | 9°C | 6 | medium |
| Apr | 21°C | 11°C | 7 | high |
| May | 26°C | 13°C | 4 | high |
| Jun | 29°C | 16°C | 5 | medium |
| Jul | 34°C | 17°C | 0 | medium |
| Aug | 33°C | 18°C | 0 | medium |
| Sep | 27°C | 16°C | 8 | high |
| Oct | 25°C | 15°C | 9 | high |
| Nov | 18°C | 10°C | 8 | medium |
| Dec | 16°C | 8°C | 11 | low |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
Highs rise from about 18°C in March to 26°C in May, with 4–7 rain days a month; wildflowers and green fields across the Alentejo.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Average highs of 29–34°C and lows of 16–18°C, with almost no rain in July and August; very hot afternoons, best for early and late sightseeing.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Highs fall from about 27°C in September to 18°C in November, with 8–9 rain days a month; grape harvest and mild days.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Highs of about 14–16°C and lows of 6–8°C, with 6–11 rain days a month; sunny days, cold nights and few visitors.
Events worth planning around
- Feira de São João — late June
- Évora, European Capital of Culture — 2027
When to avoid
Avoid July and August if you dislike heat; afternoons often reach 35–40°C and sightseeing is limited to mornings and evenings.
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Common questions
What is the best time to visit Évora?
March to May or late September to November, with highs of about 18–26°C.
How hot is Évora in summer?
Very hot. July and August average about 33–34°C and often reach 35–40°C.
Is Évora worth visiting in winter?
Yes. Highs of about 14–16°C, sunny days and few visitors, though nights are cold.