Lisbon Synagogue

Synagogue Historic synagogue in Lisbon's Jewish quarter

The Lisbon Synagogue sits in the city’s Jewish quarter and hosts services, guided visits and cultural events; visitors come to learn about Lisbon’s Jewish history and see the interior.

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Lisbon Synagogue
Estrela / Rua das Janelas Verdes area, Lisbon District, Portugal
38.7203, -9.1532
Visit hours vary-check the synagogue's website for current visiting hours and any guided tour schedules.
Admission to synagogue typically free or by donation; check website for guided tour fees.

How to Get to Lisbon Synagogue #

The synagogue lies in central Lisbon’s Estrela area and is reachable by tram and bus from central squares such as Praça do Comércio or Rossio. Lisbon’s public transport network (trams 28, 25 and buses) serves the surrounding neighborhoods.

Tips for Visiting Lisbon Synagogue #

  • Guided tours are the best way to understand the building's post‑war restoration and community life-check the synagogue's program in advance.
  • The synagogue is in the historic Estrela neighborhood-combine with a walk to the nearby National Museum for a fuller picture of Jewish life in Lisbon.
  • Observe services and community events respectfully; photography may be restricted during religious services.

Best Time to Visit Lisbon Synagogue #

The Lisbon Synagogue (typically referring to the main communal synagogue in Lisbon) is a center of Jewish worship and community life with historical ties to the city's Sephardic and later Jewish populations.

Spring
March-May · 14-22°C
Pleasant walking weather for exploring Lisbon's neighborhoods and the synagogue's surroundings.
Autumn
September-November · 16-24°C
Mild temperatures and fewer summer crowds; good for walking tours.
Winter
December-February · 8-15°C
Cooler and quieter; indoor visits to the synagogue are comfortable and low‑crowd.

Weather & Climate near Lisbon Synagogue #

Climate

Lisbon Synagogue's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (719 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 40 Good
Best Time to Visit
AugustJulySeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
14°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

103 mm
Rainfall
3.7 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. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

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

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
4.2 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 (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 18°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 19°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
13.1h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 21°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
14.1h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall.

90 Ideal

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 25°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
14.6h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 6 mm.

94 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° 27°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
4.5 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 18°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° 28°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
4.3 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 17°C. Light rainfall.

92 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 26°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
14° 22°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
3.8 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. Significant rainfall (106 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

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

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
3.7 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 (118 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
15°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

118 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

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