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Portugal · Ships call at Porto, Portugal
Mild and mostly dry
Porto (Leixões) in May offers pleasant temperatures, with highs around 68°F and comfortable lows near 54°F. Rain is uncommon, with only about 3 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Mild and mostly dry.
Crowds are moderate in May, making it a good balance between availability and weather. Lightweight layers work well: a light cardigan for evenings on deck and breathable tops for port days cover most conditions.
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Sailings that are at sea during May, with the date each one leaves port.
Viking World Cruise
Viking Cruises
Sails Dec 22, 2026
Viking World Voyage Iii
Viking Cruises
Sails Dec 22, 2026
Grand World Voyage
HAL Cruises
Sails Jan 5, 2027
Around the World in 180 Days Miami to London
Oceania Cruises
Sails Jan 6, 2027
Epic Global Adventure Miami to New York
Oceania Cruises
Sails Jan 6, 2027
Viking World Discoveries
Viking Cruises
Sails Jan 8, 2027
Ships dock at the Leixões cruise terminal in Matosinhos, north of the Douro. The Matosinhos Sul metro stop is about 250 m away, and the ride to the center takes about 30 minutes. Porto Airport is 25 to 40 minutes by taxi.
The average high temperature in Porto (Leixões) during May is 68°F, with a low of 54°F.
Porto (Leixões) typically sees 3 days of rain in May. Mild and mostly dry.
For a May cruise to Porto (Leixões), you should pack layers, a light jacket, and comfortable walking shoes.