Lisbon, Lisbon District, Portugal

Lisbon in December

Peak season: lively and popular, but book ahead. The best months for Lisbon are March, April, May, September and October. In December, check a current forecast before you pack.

Peak season: lively and popular, but book ahead.

Avg temp

Rainfall

Season

Peak

~Cost/day

$150

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Weather and what to pack

In December, Lisbon is typically Check a current forecast before you pack.

Things to do in Lisbon in December

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Capture of Lisbon (1094)

The capture of Lisbon occurred in 1094 when the Almoravids, led by Syr ibn Abi Bakr, invaded and captured Lisbon from the Castilian governor, Count Raymond of Burgundy.

Lisbon

Lisbon is the capital and most populous city of Portugal, with an estimated population of 658,236 as of 2025, within its administrative limits and 3,353,000 within the metropolis,

Marquês de Pombal Station

Marquês de Pombal is an interchange station where the Blue and Yellow Lines of the Lisbon Metro connect, being located on Praça Marquês de Pombal.

Instituto Camões

The Instituto Camões, formally, Camões — Instituto da Cooperação e da Língua, I. P., is a Portuguese international institution dedicated to the worldwide promotion of the Portugues

Marquis of Pombal Square

The Marquis of Pombal Square is an important roundabout in the city of Lisbon, Portugal. It is located between the Avenida da Liberdade and the Edward VII Park in the former parish

Edward VII Park

Edward VII Park is a public park in Lisbon, Portugal. The park occupies an area of 26 hectares to the north of Avenida da Liberdade and Marquis of Pombal Square in Lisbon's city ce

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Lisbon in December: FAQ

Is December a good time to visit Lisbon?+

Peak season: lively and popular, but book ahead. Lisbon's best months are generally March, April, May, September and October.

What is the weather like in Lisbon in December?+

In short, check a current forecast before you pack.

What should I pack for Lisbon in December?+

Based on the typical December weather: Check a current forecast before you pack.

What is there to do in Lisbon in December?+

Popular things to do include Capture of Lisbon (1094), Lisbon, Marquês de Pombal Station and Instituto Camões. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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