🇺🇸 Dover vs 🇵🇹 Lisbon

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Dover

moderate rain

61°F

Moderate Rain

Feels like 62°F

H 63°F / L 60°F

Humidity: 92%

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Lisbon

clear sky

70°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 69°F

H 72°F / L 67°F

Humidity: 49%

Climate Overview

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Dover

Dover, Delaware's capital, sits in the central Delmarva Peninsula away from direct coastal influence. The flat terrain and agricultural surroundings create a modified continental climate. Summers are hot and humid while winters are mild compared to northern Delaware, but nor'easters can still bring significant snow.

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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🇺🇸 Dover🇵🇹 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

Dover vs Lisbon: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dover or Lisbon have better weather?

Dover and Lisbon have very different climates. Dover, Delaware's capital, sits in the central Delmarva Peninsula away from direct coastal influence 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 Dover vs Lisbon?

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

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