Lisbon · Portugal
December
Christmas Lisbon is genuinely festive and far less expensive than Northern European capitals.
Strong option
#10 of 12 months
There are better months for Lisbon — see the full ranking below.
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High
14.4°C
Low
8.9°C
Rain
78mm
Sun
7.2hrs/day
30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5
How December scores in Lisbon
Weather
Above average
Value
Very good
Crowds
Very good
Events
Good
Atmosphere
Very good
What you gain in December
- ↑Christmas lights turn Chiado into one of Europe's more understated but beautiful displays
- ↑Prices 50% below summer — one of the better-value Decembers in Western Europe
- ↑New Year's Eve fireworks over the Tagus are excellent and free
What you sacrifice
- ↓Week between Christmas and New Year can see short-term price spikes
- ↓Cool and wet: pack properly for rain and 9°C evenings
- ↓Many smaller local restaurants close between Christmas and New Year
How December compares to June (best month)
| Factor | December | June ★ |
|---|---|---|
| Weather | 5 | 9 |
| Value | 7 | 4 |
| Crowds | 7 | 4 |
December in other destinations
Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within Lisbon, not across destinations. Methodology →