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Lisbon's red rooftops and hills rolling down to the river in golden evening light, seen from aboveRooftop view over Porto, the Douro River and the Dom Luís I Bridge

Lisbon vs Porto in November

Porto edges it in November. Lisbon averages 12–18°C with low crowds; Porto 9–17°C with low crowds.

By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026

Lisbon and Porto

The verdict for November

  • WeatherVery similar5/10 vs 5/10
  • CrowdsVery similarLow vs Low
  • PricesPorto is cheaper€€ vs €
  • OverallPorto comes out ahead6/10 vs 7/10
Lisbon's red rooftops and hills rolling down to the river in golden evening light, seen from above

Lisbon in November

Quiet and wetter

Temperature
12–18°C
Crowds
Low
Prices
€€

+Much quieter and better value across the city.

–Cooler and wetter, so do not plan the trip around rooftops.

Good for low crowds and exploring the city properly.

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

Porto in November

Wet weather, quieter city

Temperature
9–17°C
Crowds
Low
Prices
€

+Quieter streets and potentially better accommodation value.

–High rainfall and fewer reliable outdoor days.

November is one of Porto’s wettest months, with frequent rain and cooler days. Lower seasonal demand can make it appealing for visitors focused on food, wine and indoor cultural experiences.

Porto in November

Scores and crowd levels are my own judgement; temperatures are monthly averages. Higher scores are better: quieter, cheaper and more pleasant.

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