🇺🇸 Detroit vs 🇵🇹 Lisbon

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Detroit

overcast clouds

42°F

Overcast Clouds

Feels like 35°F

H 43°F / L 40°F

Humidity: 69%

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Lisbon

clear sky

77°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 77°F

H 80°F / L 76°F

Humidity: 37%

Climate Overview

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Detroit

Detroit on the Detroit River between Lake Huron and Lake Erie has lake-effect weather from two of the Great Lakes. The city has a humid continental climate with cold, snowy winters moderated slightly by the lakes and hot, humid summers. The Detroit River creates a weather boundary with Canada and significant industrial development creates urban heat islands.

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Lisbon

Mediterranean — hot dry summers, mild wet winters, abundant sunshine

Best monthsApril, May, October, November
AvoidJuly, August (extreme heat and crowds)
Annual rain27 inches (686 mm) — mostly November–March

Lisbon is one of Europe's sunniest capitals with 2,800+ hours of sunshine annually. Summers are hot and dry; winters are mild. The Atlantic coast provides cooling breezes. The 2017–2024 tourism boom makes summer extremely crowded.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇺🇸 Detroit🇵🇹 Lisbon
Spring

55–70°F

March–May

Summer

73–86°F

June–August

Fall

61–79°F

September–November

Winter

48–59°F

December–February

Detroit vs Lisbon: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Detroit or Lisbon have better weather?

Detroit and Lisbon have very different climates. Detroit on the Detroit River between Lake Huron and Lake Erie has lake-effect weather from two of th Lisbon: Mediterranean — hot dry summers, mild wet winters, abundant sunshine. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Detroit vs Lisbon?

Best time for Detroit: spring and fall. Best time for Lisbon: April, May, October, November.

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