Afonso de Albuquerque Square
Plaza Public square named after Portuguese naval commander
A Lisbon square named for the 16th‑century admiral Afonso de Albuquerque, used as an urban node close to riverside avenues and historic neighborhoods; visited for its location and nearby monuments.
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How to Get to Afonso de Albuquerque Square #
Located within the Lisbon metropolitan area; accessible by local bus and tram lines depending on which municipality (Almada/Seixal/central Lisbon approaches vary). Use local transit maps to plan the precise route.
Tips for Visiting Afonso de Albuquerque Square #
- Walk the square at golden hour for softer light on the statue and fountains.
- The square is near residential neighborhoods and local shops - use nearby cafés as vantage points for people-watching.
- Combine with a visit to nearby viewpoints over the Tagus estuary if in the Almada/Seixal area.
Best Time to Visit Afonso de Albuquerque Square #
Spring through early autumn for pleasant weather and outdoor exploration.
Weather & Climate near Afonso de Albuquerque Square #
Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 9°C to 27°C. Moderate rainfall (679 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 15°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 6 mm.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (112 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
