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Coimbra has a warm-summer Mediterranean climate (Köppen: Csb) with mild, relatively rainy winters and hot, sunny summers. The city experiences about 905 mm of annual rainfall, concentrated in winter months, and enjoys around 2,800 sunshine hours per year, making spring and autumn the best times to visit.
Summer Average
22°C
Winter Average
10°C
Climate Type
Mediterranean
Rainy Days
90
Sunny Days
280
Humidity
65%
Spring
March - May
12-18°C
Spring in Coimbra is mild and gradually warming, with moderate rainfall and increasing sunshine. It is one of the best times to visit, offering comfortable temperatures for outdoor activities.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
18-28°C
Summer is warm and dry, with mostly clear skies and low rainfall. Daytime temperatures can reach up to 40°C on hotter days, but nights remain comfortable around 15-16°C.
Low rainfall
Autumn
September - November
14-22°C
Autumn brings gradually cooling temperatures and increasing rainfall, especially in November. It is another ideal season for visiting, with pleasant weather and fewer tourists.
Moderate rainfall
Winter
December - February
8-15°C
Winter is mild but wet, with the highest rainfall occurring in December. Frost occurs occasionally, with about 19 frost days per year, but temperatures rarely drop below 0°C.
Moderate rainfall
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Air Quality
Coimbra
Coimbra offers a sophisticated, academic-driven lifestyle that feels significantly more grounded and authentic than the coastal tourist hubs. It is an ideal base for those seeking a high quality of life centered around culture and intellectual energy rather than beach clubs. You’ll find a reliable rhythm here, supported by solid healthcare and a functional public transport network that makes daily life predictable and manageable.
While the cost of living remains much more approachable than in Lisbon or Porto, the city’s hilly, historic topography requires a certain level of physical mobility. It is a stable, safe environment for families, though those seeking a large, bustling international community may find the social scene more intimate and slower-paced than expected.
Advantages
Coimbra
Five prestigious universities
Eighty-one cultural sites
Sixty-three parks nearby
Historic riverside charm
Affordable cost living
Tight-knit student community
Disadvantages
Coimbra
Limited job opportunities locally
No coworking spaces available
Young people emigrate frequently
Aging infrastructure in parts
Limited nightlife options
Safety & Security in Coimbra
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Good
74
/100
Portugal Avg
63
Europe Avg
58
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
Thermometer compares Coimbra to Portugal averages using different marker styles.Compare:
Coimbra
Portugal Average
Safety Index
0510
Good
Safety from Crime
0510
Safe
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Excellent
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Good
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Very Safe
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Safe
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: N/A
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