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Compare the weather by city

CityDaytimeAt nightSeaWet daysRainfallDaylight
Lisbon17 °C13 °C17 °C9.362.4 mm10.1 h
Málaga20 °C13 °C17 °C6.752.4 mm10.2 h
Paphos21 °C17 °C21 °C5.737.2 mm10.4 h

Air: average daily highs and lows for 2015–2024. Wet day: at least 1 mm of precipitation. Sea: a monthly coastal reference.

Lisbon: neighbourhoods and museums

Build one day around Baixa, Chiado and Alfama, and keep Belém separate. Leave room for a museum or café between walks and avoid stacking too many steep climbs into one day.

Málaga: old town and art

Combine the Alcazaba, old centre and Picasso Museum, then save Soho and the port for another day. This alternates walking with indoor visits and keeps the plan adaptable.

Paphos: ancient sites and Upper Town

Split Paphos between Kato Paphos and its archaeological park, and the Upper Town with its market and museum. Allow a separate ride between the two areas rather than relying on a quick walk.

Detailed city guides

Lisbon in November

November works for a city break when outdoor routes alternate with museums and relaxed pauses. Baixa, Chiado and Alfama each offer a different feel without a long trip across town every day.

Málaga in November

November suits a Málaga break centred on art, old streets and lunch beside the sea. Divide the days between museums and walking, with a fortress in the morning and the port or Soho after lunch. For two or three full days, a central base leaves the evenings free for dinner and an unhurried stroll.

Paphos in November

November suits a trip focused on history, walks and local food. Treat swimming as an option for a suitable day rather than the basis of the schedule.

Common questions

How do I choose a city for November?

Choose Lisbon for its neighbourhoods and viewpoints, Málaga for museums near the historic centre, or Paphos for archaeological sites and harbour walks.

How should I divide three days?

Give one day to the main historic district and another to a distinct part of town. Keep the third for a museum, waterfront or slower walk so the order can shift with the weather.

What can I do on a rainy day?

Try the Picasso Museum in Málaga, Jerónimos Monastery in Lisbon or the district museum in Paphos. Pair an indoor visit with a short walk through nearby streets.

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