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Viseu

Viseu, Portugal

Viseu is an inland city whose historic core, public gardens and Dão cultural setting offer a different long-stay proposition from Portugal’s beach cities.

Overview

The complete picture of Viseu

Viseu is an inland city whose historic core, public gardens and Dão cultural setting offer a different long-stay proposition from Portugal’s beach cities. The Sé/Rua Direita area, the Rossio and Aquilino Ribeiro park surroundings, Fontelo, Abraveses and Repeses should not be collapsed into a single housing description. Some are central areas and others wider residential search geographies; the precise address and transport route matter. Sé / Rua Direita historic core: The municipal dining directory places O Pateo on Rua Direita and venues around the Sé. This is a useful anchor for a historic-center routine. A central label does not establish lift access or quiet. Rossio / Parque Aquilino Ribeiro: The municipal tourism account places Aquilino Ribeiro park in the center. A home nearby can be compared by its actual route to this green space. No property-specific rent or accessibility survey. Fontelo: Fontelo is a separately named green/recreation setting in the official guide. Distinguish a park outing from the full residential catchment. Wider-area addresses may have different daily transport needs. Abraveses: The parish describes its constituent settlements and proximity to the city. This is a wider search area, not one small neighborhood. Do not assume all addresses share the same connection or services. Repeses: Repeses e São Salvador is an official parish identity within the municipality. Preserve that geography when comparing listings with the central city. Current local housing and walking conditions remain address-specific. CUF identifies its private hospital in Viseu and medical/surgical services. Confirm the required specialty, insurer contract and current urgent-care arrangements directly. No highest-tier healthcare PASS inferred. The municipality’s MUV app provides the public transport reference. Check the current line and stop for the home; no frequency, fare or universal car-free claim has been established. The monthly budget is a transparent planning range for a rented home, ordinary groceries, dining and local travel. It is not a quote and excludes the documented personal costs. Review the single-person and couple scenarios separately; a couple shares housing. The rental observations are citywide leads, not neighborhood price guarantees. Station began1992; IPMA combined/homogenized observed and modeled series. Not exclusively observed every month. UNKNOWN: an airport-to-home itinerary and current connecting services have not been verified. Obtain an actual connection before relying on Viseu for frequent international travel.

Cost of living snapshot

A practical executive summary for residents and relocators

2 budget bands

Executive summary

Estimated one-adult monthly cost of living: $1,300–$2,250 per month (USD).

USDmedium confidence

One adult

$1,300–$2,250 per month (USD)

Couple — two adults sharing housing

$1,900–$3,150 per month (USD)

Estimated for two adults sharing one home. Actual costs vary by housing, lifestyle and healthcare needs.

Monthly cost breakdown

The detailed budget categories that shape the monthly picture

16 live categories

Communications

€50–€85 per month (EUR)

Dining

€200–€350 per month (EUR)

Groceries

€340–€480 per month (EUR)

Household Misc

€120–€220 per month (EUR)

Recreation

€90–€160 per month (EUR)

Rent

€700–€1,100 per month (EUR)

Transport

€70–€150 per month (EUR)

Utilities

€130–€230 per month (EUR)

Communications

€35–€60 per month (EUR)

Dining

€120–€220 per month (EUR)

Groceries

€210–€310 per month (EUR)

Household Misc

€80–€150 per month (EUR)

Recreation

€50–€100 per month (EUR)

Rent

€550–€850 per month (EUR)

Transport

€40–€90 per month (EUR)

Utilities

€100–€190 per month (EUR)

How the estimate is framed

Based on the destination's reported monthly cost-of-living range.

Media and atmosphere

Photos, streets, and daily life

1 curated assets

Destination Guide

Destination guide

A magazine-style introduction to Viseu

What you'll learn

  • • Whether the destination deserves serious consideration
  • • Which facts matter most before you dig deeper
  • • The lifestyle qualities that make the place feel distinct

What to know first

Population99,551
ClimateMediterranean
Average temperaturesMonthly averages range from 39°F to 82.9°F across the year
WalkabilityRegional buses provide connections; Porto Airport is the main international gateway
TransitThe municipality’s MUV app provides the public transport reference. Check the current line and stop for the home; no frequency, fare or universal car-free claim has been established.
HealthcareCUF identifies its private hospital in Viseu and medical/surgical services. Confirm the required specialty, insurer contract and current urgent-care arrangements directly. No highest-tier healthcare PASS inferred.
Airport accessVisit Viseu
CurrencyEUR
LanguagePortuguese
Time zoneEurope/Lisbon
Visa friendlyVisitor framework; confirm current passport-specific entry rules.

What makes it distinctive

The qualities that shape daily life

Practical Details

Premium intelligence

Scores and fit

Lifestyle at a glance

Best for residents and families seeking a calm, affordable Portuguese city.

Cost of living

Viseu is an inland city whose historic core, public gardens and Dão cultural setting offer a different long-stay proposition from Portugal’s beach cities.

One adult: $1,300–$2,250 per month (USD)Couple — two adults sharing housing: $1,900–$3,150 per month (USD)

Neighborhood summary

How the city is experienced block by block

5 districts

Flagship neighborhood 1

Abraveses

The parish describes its constituent settlements and proximity to the city. This is a wider search area, not one small neighborhood. The municipality’s MUV app provides the public transport reference. Check the current line and stop for the home; no frequency, fare or universal car-free claim has been established. Editorial viewing priorities: Compare each settlement and bus route individually; an administrative parish description is not a housing-market assessment.

Best for

Considering an alternative to the historic core

Overall vibe

It offers a clear local rhythm and strong daily-life texture.

Neighborhood resources

Explore this neighborhood

Best For

Considering an alternative to the historic core

Overall Vibe

It offers a clear local rhythm and strong daily-life texture.

Housing

Compare each settlement and bus route individually; an administrative parish description is not a housing-market assessment.

Pros

Considering an alternative to the historic core

Cons

Do not assume all addresses share the same connection or services.

Neighborhood intelligence

A curatorial guide to the places that make the neighborhood feel real

Family friendly

Family-friendly places

Remote work

Remote-work-friendly spots

Walkability

Regional buses provide connections; Porto Airport is the main international gateway

How easily daily errands and neighborhood life can be handled on foot.

Transit

The municipality’s MUV app provides the public transport reference. Check the current line and stop for the home; no frequency, fare or universal car-free claim has been established.

How well the area supports car-light routines and local travel.

Safety

Unusually hot weather can occur; historical monthly averages do not describe heatwave peaks.

How the area is perceived for daily calm and residential comfort.

Live neighborhood resources

Flagship neighborhood 2

Fontelo

Fontelo is a separately named green/recreation setting in the official guide. Distinguish a park outing from the full residential catchment. The municipality’s MUV app provides the public transport reference. Check the current line and stop for the home; no frequency, fare or universal car-free claim has been established. Editorial viewing priorities: Test the trip from a proposed address to shopping and medical appointments rather than relying on a map pin at the park.

Best for

Outdoor recreation

Overall vibe

It offers a clear local rhythm and strong daily-life texture.

Neighborhood resources

Explore this neighborhood

Best For

Outdoor recreation

Overall Vibe

It offers a clear local rhythm and strong daily-life texture.

Housing

Test the trip from a proposed address to shopping and medical appointments rather than relying on a map pin at the park.

Pros

Outdoor recreation

Cons

Wider-area addresses may have different daily transport needs.

Neighborhood intelligence

A curatorial guide to the places that make the neighborhood feel real

Parks & recreation

Parks & recreation

Real persisted places tied to this neighborhood.

Parque Natural do FonteloNamed recreation area; route difficulty depends on the path.Open

Family friendly

Family-friendly places

Remote work

Remote-work-friendly spots

Walkability

Regional buses provide connections; Porto Airport is the main international gateway

How easily daily errands and neighborhood life can be handled on foot.

Transit

The municipality’s MUV app provides the public transport reference. Check the current line and stop for the home; no frequency, fare or universal car-free claim has been established.

How well the area supports car-light routines and local travel.

Safety

Unusually hot weather can occur; historical monthly averages do not describe heatwave peaks.

How the area is perceived for daily calm and residential comfort.

Live neighborhood resources

Flagship neighborhood 3

Repeses

Repeses e São Salvador is an official parish identity within the municipality. Preserve that geography when comparing listings with the central city. The municipality’s MUV app provides the public transport reference. Check the current line and stop for the home; no frequency, fare or universal car-free claim has been established. Editorial viewing priorities: Check the exact location, daily shopping and transport before treating a listing as city-center housing.

Best for

A wider residential search

Overall vibe

It offers a clear local rhythm and strong daily-life texture.

Neighborhood resources

Explore this neighborhood

Best For

A wider residential search

Overall Vibe

It offers a clear local rhythm and strong daily-life texture.

Housing

Check the exact location, daily shopping and transport before treating a listing as city-center housing.

Pros

A wider residential search

Cons

Current local housing and walking conditions remain address-specific.

Neighborhood intelligence

A curatorial guide to the places that make the neighborhood feel real

Family friendly

Family-friendly places

Remote work

Remote-work-friendly spots

Walkability

Regional buses provide connections; Porto Airport is the main international gateway

How easily daily errands and neighborhood life can be handled on foot.

Transit

The municipality’s MUV app provides the public transport reference. Check the current line and stop for the home; no frequency, fare or universal car-free claim has been established.

How well the area supports car-light routines and local travel.

Safety

Unusually hot weather can occur; historical monthly averages do not describe heatwave peaks.

How the area is perceived for daily calm and residential comfort.

Live neighborhood resources

Flagship neighborhood 4

Rossio / Parque Aquilino Ribeiro

The municipal tourism account places Aquilino Ribeiro park in the center. A home nearby can be compared by its actual route to this green space. The municipality’s MUV app provides the public transport reference. Check the current line and stop for the home; no frequency, fare or universal car-free claim has been established. Editorial viewing priorities: Examine street crossings and the particular building’s heating; do not assign park-side premiums without quotes.

Best for

Central park outings

Overall vibe

It offers a clear local rhythm and strong daily-life texture.

Neighborhood resources

Explore this neighborhood

Best For

Central park outings

Overall Vibe

It offers a clear local rhythm and strong daily-life texture.

Housing

Examine street crossings and the particular building’s heating; do not assign park-side premiums without quotes.

Pros

Central park outings

Cons

No property-specific rent or accessibility survey.

Neighborhood intelligence

A curatorial guide to the places that make the neighborhood feel real

Coffee

Coffee

Real persisted places tied to this neighborhood.

Armazém do Caffè ViseuRua da Paz coffee/tea stop near Praça da República.Open

Neighborhood

Rossio / Parque Aquilino Ribeiro

Parks & recreation

Parks & recreation

Real persisted places tied to this neighborhood.

Parque Aquilino RibeiroCentral green-space outing.Open

Neighborhood

Rossio / Parque Aquilino Ribeiro

Family friendly

Family-friendly places

Remote work

Remote-work-friendly spots

Walkability

Regional buses provide connections; Porto Airport is the main international gateway

How easily daily errands and neighborhood life can be handled on foot.

Transit

The municipality’s MUV app provides the public transport reference. Check the current line and stop for the home; no frequency, fare or universal car-free claim has been established.

How well the area supports car-light routines and local travel.

Safety

Unusually hot weather can occur; historical monthly averages do not describe heatwave peaks.

How the area is perceived for daily calm and residential comfort.

Live neighborhood resources

Destination highlights

Real recommendations that span all of Viseu

Restaurants across Viseu

Real, verified Viseu places in this category.

Casa dos QueijosNamed historic-area food venue; consult current offer.Open
O PateoRestaurant at Rua Direita48.Open
Portas do SolTourism-listed traditional Portuguese dining option.Open
+55 Brasil de Norte a SulDirectory identifies Brazilian food; menus and reservations require confirmation.Open
Perfeito — Estúdio de CulináriaDirectory identifies Ukrainian dishes alongside other food.Open
Taberna do MercadoNamed Portuguese-food lead in the municipal directory.Open
O CortiçoSpecific Viseu restaurant lead; check current menu.Open
Muralha da SéNamed dining venue; confirm current access and booking.Open

Coffee across Viseu

Real, verified Viseu places in this category.

Bloom Coffee Shop ViseuMunicipally listed coffee shop; opening details need checking.Open
Armazém do Caffè ViseuRua da Paz coffee/tea stop near Praça da República.Open

Parks & recreation across Viseu

Real, verified Viseu places in this category.

Parque Aquilino RibeiroCentral green-space outing.Open
Parque Natural do FonteloNamed recreation area; route difficulty depends on the path.Open
Parque Linear do Rio PaviaLinear park by Fórum Viseu, distinct from a sea beach.Open

Healthcare across Viseu

Real, verified Viseu places in this category.

Hospital CUF ViseuCUF identifies its private hospital in Viseu and medical/surgical services. Confirm the required specialty, insurer contract and current urgent-care arrangements directly. No highest-tier healthcare PASS inferred.Open

Attractions & things to do across Viseu

Real, verified Viseu places in this category.

Casa-Museu Almeida MoreiraMunicipal museum lead; consult current access.Open
Museu de História da CidadeCity-history museum for local orientation.Open
Quinta da CruzContemporary-art venue; plan its location separately from the historic core.Open

Maps and resources

Discovery links grouped by category

Deep Dive

Editorial overview

The living rhythms that shape the place

Movement

Getting around

Municipal guidance identifies Gonçalves Lobato aerodrome and regional links. This is not proof of a long-haul international airport or a guaranteed connection. Check current operations and the full onward itinerary.

Seasonal living

Climate and recreation

Mediterranean climate with hot dry summers and cool wet winters

Living there

Daily life

Best for residents and families seeking a calm, affordable Portuguese city.

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Morning: Viseu is an inland city whose historic core, public gardens and Dão cultural setting offer a different long-stay proposition from Portugal’s beach cities. Evening: Viseu is an inland city whose historic core, public gardens and Dão cultural setting offer a different long-stay proposition from Portugal’s beach cities. The Sé/Rua Direita area, the Rossio and Aquilino Ribeiro park surroundings, Fontelo, Abraveses and Repeses should not be collapsed into a single housing description. Some are central areas and others wider residential search geographies; the precise address and transport route matter. Sé / Rua Direita historic core: The municipal dining directory places O Pateo on Rua Direita and venues around the Sé. This is a useful anchor for a historic-center routine. A central label does not establish lift access or quiet. Rossio / Parque Aquilino Ribeiro: The municipal tourism account places Aquilino Ribeiro park in the center. A home nearby can be compared by its actual route to this green space. No property-specific rent or accessibility survey. Fontelo: Fontelo is a separately named green/recreation setting in the official guide. Distinguish a park outing from the full residential catchment. Wider-area addresses may have different daily transport needs. Abraveses: The parish describes its constituent settlements and proximity to the city. This is a wider search area, not one small neighborhood. Do not assume all addresses share the same connection or services. Repeses: Repeses e São Salvador is an official parish identity within the municipality. Preserve that geography when comparing listings with the central city. Current local housing and walking conditions remain address-specific. CUF identifies its private hospital in Viseu and medical/surgical services. Confirm the required specialty, insurer contract and current urgent-care arrangements directly. No highest-tier healthcare PASS inferred. The municipality’s MUV app provides the public transport reference. Check the current line and stop for the home; no frequency, fare or universal car-free claim has been established. The monthly budget is a transparent planning range for a rented home, ordinary groceries, dining and local travel. It is not a quote and excludes the documented personal costs. Review the single-person and couple scenarios separately; a couple shares housing. The rental observations are citywide leads, not neighborhood price guarantees. Station began1992; IPMA combined/homogenized observed and modeled series. Not exclusively observed every month. UNKNOWN: an airport-to-home itinerary and current connecting services have not been verified. Obtain an actual connection before relying on Viseu for frequent international travel. Seasonal rhythm: Mediterranean climate with hot dry summers and cool wet winters

Weather

Climate

Mediterranean climate with hot dry summers and cool wet winters

Movement

Transportation

Municipal guidance identifies Gonçalves Lobato aerodrome and regional links. This is not proof of a long-haul international airport or a guaranteed connection. Check current operations and the full onward itinerary.

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Airport access: Regional and international access

Wellness

Healthcare

CUF identifies its private hospital in Viseu and medical/surgical services. Confirm the required specialty, insurer contract and current urgent-care arrangements directly. No highest-tier healthcare PASS inferred.

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Insurance and access: Confirm direct billing, exclusions and the actual specialty. Complete international-standard evidence and neighborhood travel times have not been assessed.

Retirement

Retirement

The named provider and neighborhood choices are planning leads, not a guarantee of suitable home care or retirement residence eligibility.

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Who should not: Viseu is an inland city whose historic core, public gardens and Dão cultural setting offer a different long-stay proposition from Portugal’s beach cities. The Sé/Rua Direita area, the Rossio and Aquilino Ribeiro park surroundings, Fontelo, Abraveses and Repeses should not be collapsed into a single housing description. Some are central areas and others wider residential search geographies; the precise address and transport route matter. Sé / Rua Direita historic core: The municipal dining directory places O Pateo on Rua Direita and venues around the Sé. This is a useful anchor for a historic-center routine. A central label does not establish lift access or quiet. Rossio / Parque Aquilino Ribeiro: The municipal tourism account places Aquilino Ribeiro park in the center. A home nearby can be compared by its actual route to this green space. No property-specific rent or accessibility survey. Fontelo: Fontelo is a separately named green/recreation setting in the official guide. Distinguish a park outing from the full residential catchment. Wider-area addresses may have different daily transport needs. Abraveses: The parish describes its constituent settlements and proximity to the city. This is a wider search area, not one small neighborhood. Do not assume all addresses share the same connection or services. Repeses: Repeses e São Salvador is an official parish identity within the municipality. Preserve that geography when comparing listings with the central city. Current local housing and walking conditions remain address-specific. CUF identifies its private hospital in Viseu and medical/surgical services. Confirm the required specialty, insurer contract and current urgent-care arrangements directly. No highest-tier healthcare PASS inferred. The municipality’s MUV app provides the public transport reference. Check the current line and stop for the home; no frequency, fare or universal car-free claim has been established. The monthly budget is a transparent planning range for a rented home, ordinary groceries, dining and local travel. It is not a quote and excludes the documented personal costs. Review the single-person and couple scenarios separately; a couple shares housing. The rental observations are citywide leads, not neighborhood price guarantees. Station began1992; IPMA combined/homogenized observed and modeled series. Not exclusively observed every month. UNKNOWN: an airport-to-home itinerary and current connecting services have not been verified. Obtain an actual connection before relying on Viseu for frequent international travel. Best neighborhoods: Abraveses, Fontelo, Repeses, Rossio / Parque Aquilino Ribeiro, Sé / Rua Direita historic core Climate considerations: Mediterranean climate with hot dry summers and cool wet winters Taxes: Estimated one-adult monthly cost of living: $1,300–$2,250 per month (USD).

Remote work

Digital nomad

Test upload speed, video calls and a backup connection at the exact address. Internet cost allocation is not measured connectivity. Immigration permission and tax treatment must be checked separately.

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Coworking: Best for residents and families seeking a calm, affordable Portuguese city. Visa: Requirements vary by citizenship Monthly costs: One adult: $1,300–$2,250 per month (USD) • Couple — two adults sharing housing: $1,900–$3,150 per month (USD) Best neighborhoods: Abraveses, Fontelo, Repeses, Rossio / Parque Aquilino Ribeiro, Sé / Rua Direita historic core

Practical Living Snapshot

Walkability and terrain

  • Verify step-free routes and boarding at the chosen stop, plus lift reliability and thresholds in the dwelling. No citywide accessibility rating assigned.

Internet and remote-work reliability

  • Test upload speed, video calls and a backup connection at the exact address. Internet cost allocation is not measured connectivity. Immigration permission and tax treatment must be checked separately.

Language ease

  • Arrange language help for leases, administration and medical consent where needed; visitor-facing English does not establish service in every office.

Reality and Environment

Environmental and natural-hazard risks

  • UNKNOWN: no current location-specific air-quality series assessed.
  • UNKNOWN: property-level drinking-water and service reliability not assessed.
  • Unusually hot weather can occur; historical monthly averages do not describe heatwave peaks.
  • National guidance identifies increased wildfire risk in hot dry weather, particularly April–October; no property-level risk grade is assigned.

Who tends to love or struggle with this destination

  • 2 October2026;105entries12contributors. One-bedroom centerEUR645(range500–832),outside507.80(range350–700);three-bedroom center1196.67,outside935. Small crowd sample, not property quotations.
  • CUF identifies its private hospital in Viseu and medical/surgical services. Confirm the required specialty, insurer contract and current urgent-care arrangements directly. No highest-tier healthcare PASS inferred.
  • 1991–2020; station 560, 644.4m; version1.0/2024. Station began1992; IPMA combined/homogenized observed and modeled series. Not exclusively observed every month.
  • UNKNOWN: an airport-to-home itinerary and current connecting services have not been verified. Obtain an actual connection before relying on Viseu for frequent international travel.

Real destination-level research

Lifestyle & Recreation

What day-to-day life, the surrounding landscape, and recreation genuinely look like here - based on verified research, never a generic checklist.

Airport Access

Municipal guidance identifies Gonçalves Lobato aerodrome and regional links. This is not proof of a long-haul international airport or a guaranteed connection. Check current operations and the full onward itinerary.

Coffee

Bloom Coffee Shop Viseu, Armazém do Caffè Viseu. Venue-specific source links accompany each recommendation; current hours, menus and access should be checked before visiting.

Culture Museums

Casa-Museu Almeida Moreira, Museu de História da Cidade, Quinta da Cruz. Venue-specific source links accompany each recommendation; current hours, menus and access should be checked before visiting.

Dining

Casa dos Queijos, O Pateo, Portas do Sol, +55 Brasil de Norte a Sul, Perfeito — Estúdio de Culinária, Taberna do Mercado, O Cortiço, Muralha da Sé. Venue-specific source links accompany each recommendation; current hours, menus and access should be checked before visiting.

Healthcare

CUF identifies its private hospital in Viseu and medical/surgical services. Confirm the required specialty, insurer contract and current urgent-care arrangements directly. No highest-tier healthcare PASS inferred.

Named places

Internet

UNKNOWN: address-specific speed and reliability have not been tested. Arrange a backup connection for work; cost estimates are separate from service performance.

Language

Portuguese. Confirm the language available for medical, lease and administrative interactions rather than assuming visitor English is sufficient.

Natural Setting

1991–2020; station 560, 644.4m; version1.0/2024. Seasonal planning should use the stated station scope; no doorstep outdoor-access guarantee.

Named places

Parque Aquilino RibeiroVisit websiteOpen on Google Maps
Parque Linear do Rio PaviaVisit websiteOpen on Google Maps
Parque Natural do FonteloVisit websiteOpen on Google Maps

Parks Gardens

Parque Aquilino Ribeiro, Parque Natural do Fontelo, Parque Linear do Rio Pavia. Venue-specific source links accompany each recommendation; current hours, menus and access should be checked before visiting.

Settlement Type

Viseu is an inland city whose historic core, public gardens and Dão cultural setting offer a different long-stay proposition from Portugal’s beach cities. The Sé/Rua Direita area, the Rossio and Aquilino Ribeiro park surroundings, Fontelo, Abraveses and Repeses should not be collapsed into a single housing description. Some are central areas and others wider residential search geographies; the precise address and transport route matter.

Shopping Markets

Shopping anchors: No separately verified named venue in this category; consult the official destination directory.. Vendor schedules differ; compare everyday purchases locally.

Transit

The municipality’s MUV app provides the public transport reference. Check the current line and stop for the home; no frequency, fare or universal car-free claim has been established.

Urban Scale

99551 residents; 2021 census municipality population99551; central parish25800; not a city-core headcount. Administrative scope matters when comparing the urban core.

Water Recreation

UNKNOWN: complete verified ocean-beach access classification has not been assessed. Waterfront, river or lake descriptions do not independently establish ocean swimming access.

Climate (monthly)

  • Jan: 39.0–51.1°F
  • Feb: 39.7–54.0°F
  • Mar: 43.0–59.4°F
  • Apr: 45.1–62.1°F
  • May: 49.6–68.2°F
  • Jun: 54.9–75.7°F
  • Jul: 58.3–82.4°F
  • Aug: 59.2–82.9°F
  • Sep: 56.3–76.3°F
  • Oct: 51.6–66.2°F
  • Nov: 44.2–56.1°F
  • Dec: 40.6–52.2°F

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