In Porto, the summers are comfortable, dry, and mostly clear and the winters are cold, wet, and partly cloudy. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 43°F to 76°F and is rarely below 34°F or above 87°F. What is the coldest month in Portugal? JanuaryThe coldest month is January with an […]

The tap water in Porto is safe to drink and of course can be used for cooking, bathing, etc and meets all EU regulations. Porto’s water supply is very heavy in minerals and as chlorine is added at the treatment plant it can have a strong taste. Is it OK to drink tap water in […]

Driving in Portugal can be dangerous.The IP5 and the N125 route to the Algarve, the EN125, the A20 in Porto and the Antigua ER101 are particularly dangerous roads. There are lots of windy, narrow roads and in rural areas, many are poorly kept. Is it difficult to drive in Porto? Porto Traffic Like most large […]

Porto is an incredible city both to visit and to live in. With an important industrial pole and the fourth most populous municipality in the country, it also has a vast educational and cultural offer. In addition, it is a safe city, with good infrastructure, many restaurants, shops and places of interest. Is Porto or […]

Porto is the second largest city in Portugal and the capital of its Northern Region.Located along the Douro River, Porto’s historical center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city is characterized by hilly cobblestone streets, centuries-old churches, and beautiful azulejo tiles. Is Porto Portugal worth visiting? Porto is one of the most popular cities […]

In 997 Christian forces recaptured Porto, which for a time became the capital of the counts of Portucalense (northern Portugal) during Moorish rule in the southern part of the kingdom. The Moors again held the city briefly, but in 1092 it was brought finally under Christian domination. What was the first capital of Portugal? GuimarãesGuimarães […]

Almost all of Portugal enjoys a Mediterranean climate, but Porto is cooler and wetter than Lisbon. The driest months are June through August and the wettest months are October through December. Even with the rain, Porto generally has warm, mild weather. Which is warmer Porto or Lisbon? Because of their locations in the country, Lisbon […]

To See the “Real Portugal”, You Need To Rent a Car If you’re just going to see Lisbon and/or Porto, you don’t need a car. In fact, we would advise not to get one. There are express trains between the two cities, the local transit systems work well and the rest of the time, you’ll […]

October, like September, is another pleasant autumn month in Porto, Portugal, with temperature in the range of an average high of 20.7°C (69.3°F) and an average low of 12.2°C (54°F). Is October a good time to visit Porto? 1. Autumn Months – September and October. Autumn is the best season to explore the parks of […]

Porto has generally moderate temperatures. The average annual high is around 20 °C (68 °F) and average low around 11 °C (52 °F), ranging from a maxima of 14 °C (57 °F) in January to 25–26 °C (77–79 °F) in August, minima is around 5–6 °C (41–43 °F) in January and 15–16 °C (59–61 °F) […]

Summary about cost of living in Porto, Portugal: Family of four estimated monthly costs are 2,181$ (1,927€) without rent. A single person estimated monthly costs are 623$ (551€) without rent. Porto is 51.21% less expensive than New York (without rent). How much money do you need to live comfortably in Porto? Just like most urban […]

Driving in Portugal is generally easy. There are a lot of recent roads and they are mostly well maintained. Some villages on hills will have very narrow roads, so park outside and explore on foot. Is it easy to drive in Porto? Porto Traffic Like most large cities, traffic in Porto can get fairly congested. […]

The driving distance between Lisbon and Porto is 195 miles (314 km) if you take the most direct route. This means the drive between the two cities can be completed in around 3 hours. However, my recommendation would be to go slow, get off the motorway, turn it into a road trip and enjoy a […]

The answer is, no! Porto is not that expensive. That’s why it has been a tourists’ favourite in the last few years. Yes, hotels are expensive, and eating out can be costly, but you can always find cheap alternatives. How much is food and drink in Porto? Cost of Living in Porto Restaurants Edit Meal […]

According to International Living’s Annual Global Retirement Index, Portugal was elected the best country to retire.Porto, therefore, is a destination of choice for all who wish to experience retirement in Portugal. Is Porto a good place to retire? Retire in Porto The richness of culture available makes the city an ideal place for retirement. You’ll […]