March 8 is generally a great time to visit Lisbon. While there is a slight chance of rain (30%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 16°C weather. Lower tourist interest in Lisbon right now translates to better deals and a more local feel.
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Essential Travel Info for Lisbon
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
Portuguese
Driving
Right side
Connect
All of Lisbon has 4G from all Portuguese...
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.301
Lisbon Weather Forecast for March 8
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 16.3°C. 30% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Lisbon in March
Based on historical data for March 8, Lisbon typically experiences temperatures between 10.5°C and 16.3°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants, umbrella to stay comfortable. With a 30% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Lisbon
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
- Umbrella
Average High
16.3°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
10.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
16.3°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
30%
Avg 1.7mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
55%
Overcast
Pressure
1018.1 hPa
High volatility
Lisbon Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 96% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 28 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 42 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 70 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
12.5°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Portugal
Flight Traffic
Quiet
24/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~305
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Lisbon
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:00
☀️ Noon
12:48
🌇 Sunset
18:37
⏱️ Daylight
11h 36m
Wind Speed
20.9 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
8.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
78%
Humid / Damp
Travel Intelligence
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Travel Health & Safety in Lisbon
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Lisbon on March 8 averages 16.3°C with a 30% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 87/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Lisbon Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
March 15
17.4°C • 14% rain
Score
98
March 12
16.9°C • 17% rain
Score
92
March 13
17°C • 15% rain
Score
92
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Lisbon Worth Visiting on March 8?
Planning a trip to Lisbon on March 8? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 16.3°C with a 30% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 305 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Portugal, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 14.7°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 2.66m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest March 8 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 20.4°C in 2017, while the coldest dropped to 7.9°C in 2022.