May 6 is generally a great time to visit Porto. While there is a slight chance of rain (27%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 19°C weather. It's a lively time to explore Porto, with most attractions operating at full capacity.
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Essential Travel Info for Porto
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
Portuguese
Driving
Right side
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Porto has 4G from all Portuguese carrier...
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.301
Porto Weather Forecast for May 6
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 18.9°C. 27% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Porto in May
Based on historical data for May 6, Porto typically experiences temperatures between 11.7°C and 18.9°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. With a 27% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Porto
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
18.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
11.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
18.9°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
27%
Avg 2.4mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
57%
Overcast
Pressure
1015.8 hPa
Medium volatility
Porto Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 95% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 16 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 24 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 40 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
15.2°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
Busy
78/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~190
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Porto
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:27
☀️ Noon
12:32
🌇 Sunset
19:37
⏱️ Daylight
14h 9m
Wind Speed
20.2 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
11.1 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
79%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Porto
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Porto on May 6 averages 18.9°C with a 27% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 94/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Porto Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Porto Worth Visiting on May 6?
Planning a trip to Porto on May 6? 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 18.9°C with a 27% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 190 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Portugal, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 16.5°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 1.17m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 6 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 22.3°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 8.5°C in 2024.