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.
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.
Weather & Climate near Lisbon Synagogue #
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.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (56 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 27°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 28°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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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.