🇵🇹 Lisbon vs 🇦🇺 Sydney

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Lisbon

clear sky

61°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 59°F

H 63°F / L 58°F

Humidity: 53%

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Sydney

few clouds

67°F

Few Clouds

Feels like 66°F

H 69°F / L 65°F

Humidity: 64%

Climate Overview

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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.

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Sydney

Humid subtropical — warm summers, mild winters, year-round sunshine

Best monthsSeptember, October, November, March, April
AvoidJanuary, February (heat waves), July (coolest and grey)
Annual rain48 inches (1,217 mm)

Sydney enjoys one of the world's best climates. Summers are warm with beach weather; winters are mild enough for outdoor activities. The city is split between coastal suburbs (cooled by sea breezes) and inland western suburbs (dramatically hotter in summer).

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇵🇹 Lisbon🇦🇺 Sydney
Spring

55–70°F

March–May

60–73°F

September–November

Summer

73–86°F

June–August

72–82°F

December–February

Fall

61–79°F

September–November

62–75°F

March–May

Winter

48–59°F

December–February

50–63°F

June–August

Lisbon vs Sydney: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Lisbon or Sydney have better weather?

Lisbon and Sydney have very different climates. Mediterranean — hot dry summers, mild wet winters, abundant sunshine Sydney: Humid subtropical — warm summers, mild winters, year-round sunshine. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Lisbon vs Sydney?

Best time for Lisbon: April, May, October, November. Best time for Sydney: September, October, November, March, April.

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