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Setúbal has a **Mediterranean climate** (Köppen Csa), with hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. The city’s coastal setting moderates temperatures year-round, so summers are warm rather than extreme and winter cold is limited, while most rainfall falls in the cool season.
Summer Average
27°C
Winter Average
11°C
Climate Type
Mediterranean
Rainy Days
75
Sunny Days
285
Humidity
68%
Spring
March - May
15-22°C
Spring is generally mild and increasingly sunny, with rising temperatures and only occasional rain. Conditions are comfortable for outdoor activities, though late-season days can already feel warm.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
23-30°C
Summer is hot, dry, and mostly clear, with long stretches of sunshine and limited rainfall. Coastal influence helps keep temperatures more moderate than in inland southern Portugal.
Low rainfall
Autumn
September - November
16-24°C
Autumn stays warm at first, then turns progressively cooler and wetter as the season advances. Rain becomes more frequent, especially from late October onward.
Moderate rainfall
Winter
December - February
8-15°C
Winter is mild, wetter, and often partly cloudy, with cool nights and daytime temperatures usually remaining comfortable. Frost is uncommon, and precipitation is concentrated in this season.
Moderate rainfall
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Air Quality
Setúbal
Setúbal offers a refreshingly authentic Portuguese lifestyle without the expat bubble or tourist crowds that dominate Lisbon. This working port city delivers solid fundamentals—reliable healthcare, decent public transport, and a genuine community feel—at a cost that won't strain your budget. The waterfront location and proximity to beaches and nature reserves appeal to those seeking work-life balance over nightlife.
The trade-off is straightforward: you're choosing substance over convenience. The expat infrastructure here is minimal, so you'll need genuine interest in Portuguese culture and language rather than an English-speaking social scene. If you're seeking affordability, safety, and a slower pace without sacrificing access to services, Setúbal rewards the effort. It's a city for people relocating to Portugal, not just in Portugal.
Advantages
Setúbal
Abundant parks and green spaces
Rich cultural heritage sites
Coastal location and beaches
Affordable cost of living
Strong community engagement
Disadvantages
Setúbal
No universities locally
Limited coworking spaces
Few nightlife options
Limited job opportunities
Safety & Security in Setúbal
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Good
60
/100
Portugal Avg
63
Europe Avg
58
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
Thermometer compares Setúbal to Portugal averages using different marker styles.Compare:
Setúbal
Portugal Average
Safety Index
0510
Moderate
Safety from Crime
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Good
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Low
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Moderate
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Moderate
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: N/A
Data Currently Under Investigation
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