🇺🇸 Houston vs 🇵🇹 Lisbon

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Houston

overcast clouds

67°F

Overcast Clouds

Feels like 66°F

H 69°F / L 65°F

Humidity: 67%

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Lisbon

clear sky

73°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 72°F

H 74°F / L 70°F

Humidity: 39%

Climate Overview

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Houston

Houston has one of America's most challenging urban climates — extremely hot and humid summers with frequent flooding from Gulf of Mexico moisture, mild winters, and significant hurricane vulnerability. The city sits in a flat coastal plain with no geographic relief from heat or storms.

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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🇺🇸 Houston🇵🇹 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

Houston vs Lisbon: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Houston or Lisbon have better weather?

Houston and Lisbon have very different climates. Houston has one of America's most challenging urban climates — extremely hot and humid summers with 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 Houston vs Lisbon?

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

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