Kadoorie Synagogue Synagogue
Historic synagogue in Porto, Jewish community heritage
Synagogue in Porto District of interest to those exploring Jewish history, community life and local architectural details.
Kadoorie Synagogue at a Glance#
How to Get to Kadoorie Synagogue#
Located in Porto district; reach by city bus or a short taxi ride from central Porto landmarks like Avenida dos Aliados and São Bento station. Walking from the city centre is often feasible depending on exact location.
Tips for Visiting Kadoorie Synagogue#
- Confirm visiting hours before travelling; synagogues in Portugal may have restricted hours and security procedures.
- Look for architectural details combining Iberian styles with Jewish liturgical requirements - the mashrabiya-like grills and carved wooden ark are often overlooked.
Best Time to Visit Kadoorie Synagogue#
Visit in shoulder seasons for comfortable weather and quieter streets.
Weather & Climate near Kadoorie Synagogue#
Kadoorie Synagogue's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 6°C to 24°C. Abundant rainfall (1252 mm/year), wettest in January with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 6° - 14° | 8° | 179 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 2.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.4h |
| February | Acceptable | 6° - 15° | 11° | 170 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 3.0 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.5h |
| March | Good | 7° - 17° | 12° | 128 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.2 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 9° - 18° | 13° | 101 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.3 m/s | 1.2 high | 13.2h |
| May | Very Good | 11° - 19° | 15° | 88 mm | some cloud | 78% | 3.1 m/s | 1.7 very high | 14.4h |
| June | Excellent | 14° - 22° | 18° | 54 mm | some cloud | 76% | 3.0 m/s | 1.9 very high | 15.0h |
| July | Ideal | 15° - 24° | 20° | 16 mm | mostly sunny | 74% | 2.9 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.7h |
| August | Ideal | 15° - 24° | 20° | 19 mm | mostly sunny | 72% | 2.8 m/s | 1.8 very high | 13.7h |
| September | Excellent | 14° - 23° | 19° | 58 mm | mostly sunny | 73% | 2.6 m/s | 1.2 high | 12.3h |
| October | Good | 12° - 20° | 16° | 132 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.7 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Good | 9° - 17° | 13° | 135 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 2.8 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.7h |
| December | Acceptable | 7° - 14° | 11° | 172 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 3.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.1h |
