🇬🇧 London vs Sintra 🇵🇹

London, United Kingdom vs Sintra, Portugal — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Sintra is the warmer of the two — about 4 degrees warmer on average across the year. Sintra is drier, with roughly 7 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇬🇧 London🇵🇹 Sintra
Avg annual high16°C20°C
Hottest monthJuly (24°C)July (25°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (3°C low)January (8°C low)
Rainy days / year111104
SnowYesRare
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustJune, July, August

🇬🇧 London

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (24°C), coldest lows in January (3°C).

🇵🇹 Sintra

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (25°C), coldest lows in January (8°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is London or Sintra warmer?

Sintra is warmer overall, averaging about 4 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, London or Sintra?

London is rainier — Sintra sees about 7 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit London vs Sintra?

London is best around June, July, August; Sintra is best around June, July, August.

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