10 essential Portuguese phrases for talking about the weather
Master the art of small talk with our essential Portuguese weather phrases!
Talking about the weather is a universal icebreaker, and in Portugal, it's no different. Knowing a few key phrases can help you strike up conversations with locals, understand forecasts, and simply engage more readily in everyday situations. Whether you're planning a day at the beach, checking if you need an umbrella, or just commenting on the sunny disposition outside, these phrases will equip you. They are perfect for tourists, students learning Portuguese, and anyone looking to sound more natural when discussing the day's climate.
What this lesson covers
Core Portuguese words for everyday conversation.
English meanings, pronunciation hints, and tap-to-hear audio.
A quick flashcard flow and quiz to make the words stick.
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Words 1–10
- Que tempo faz hoje?keh TEM-poo FAZ OH-zhee?What's the weather like today?
- Está sol.ees-TA SOH-oo.It is sunny.
- Está a chover.ees-TA a sho-VEHR.It is raining.
- Está frio.ees-TA FREE-oo.It is cold.
- Está calor.ees-TA ka-LOR.It is hot.
- Está nublado.ees-TA noo-BLAH-doo.It is cloudy.
- Está vento.ees-TA VEN-too.It is windy.
- Há nevoeiro.AH ne-vway-ROO.There is fog.
- Vou precisar de um guarda-chuva.VOH pree-see-ZAR djee OOM gwahr-da-SHO-va.I will need an umbrella.
- O tempo está ótimo!oo TEM-poo ees-TA OH-chee-moo!The weather is great!
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