Convent of Jesus

Historical Site Historic convent in Setúbal District, Portugal

A convent in Setúbal District offering cloisters and ecclesiastical architecture; visitors interested in Portuguese religious history and regional art include it on local routes.

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Convent of Jesus
Convent of Jesus, Setúbal District, Portugal (local parish address varies)
38.5259, -8.8947
Free entry for exterior; guided access hours vary

How to Get to Convent of Jesus #

Setúbal is south of Lisbon and accessible by road (A2 motorway) or by regional trains from Lisbon’s Roma-Areeiro/Cais do Sodré stations. The convent is in the Setúbal area-local signage and municipal tourist offices provide precise directions.

Tips for Visiting Convent of Jesus #

  • Confirm opening hours with the local parish-some convent sections are used for community events.
  • Attend a weekday morning service or guided tour to see interior spaces if available.
  • Look for small carved details in the cloister and doorways that reveal local stonecutting traditions.

Best Time to Visit Convent of Jesus #

Best in spring and summer for combining the convent visit with the Setúbal region's outdoor offerings.

Spring/Summer
Apr-Sep · 15-30°C
Pleasant weather for walking the convent grounds and nearby estuary.
Autumn/Winter
Oct-Mar · 8-18°C
Quieter months for cultural visits and local festivals.

Weather & Climate near Convent of Jesus #

Climate

Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (680 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
44°
Warmest Month
-3°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

60 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

100 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

79 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.6h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 18°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 20°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
13.1h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).

78 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
13° 22°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
14.1h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 25°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
14.6h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 5 mm and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 28°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
14.4h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 28°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
13.5h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

26 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
14° 23°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
11.1h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 18°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

100 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (113 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
15°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

113 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

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