Islands, Portugal
Azores weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Azores
Jun–Sep is warmest and driest, with whale watching in spring and summer. Winter is mild but wet and windy; ferries and flights get disrupted.
Azores weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan17°67 mm
- Feb16°61 mm
- Mar16°67 mm
- Apr17°55 mm
- May18°41 mm
- Jun20°26 mm
- Jul23°17 mm
- Aug24°27 mm
- Sep23°52 mm
- Oct21°77 mm
- Nov19°67 mm
- Dec18°101 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°C62°F | 16°C60°F | 67 mm | 81% | Cool |
| February | 16°C61°F | 15°C59°F | 61 mm | 80% | Cool |
| March | 16°C61°F | 15°C59°F | 67 mm | 79% | Cool |
| April | 17°C62°F | 15°C59°F | 55 mm | 80% | Cool |
| May | 18°C65°F | 17°C62°F | 41 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| June | 20°C69°F | 19°C66°F | 26 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| July | 23°C73°F | 21°C70°F | 17 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| August | 24°C75°F | 22°C72°F | 27 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| September | 23°C74°F | 22°C71°F | 52 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| October | 21°C70°F | 20°C67°F | 77 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| November | 19°C66°F | 18°C64°F | 67 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| December | 18°C64°F | 16°C61°F | 101 mm | 81% | Cool |
Best months across Portugal
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Lisbon | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (23°C) |
| Porto | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (24°C) |
| Algarve | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| Madeira | May–Jul, Sep–Oct | Aug (23°C) |
| Sintra | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (24°C) |
| Lagos | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (24°C) |
| Albufeira | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| Cascais | May–Jul, Sep–Oct | Aug (23°C) |
| Azores | Jun–Sep | Aug (24°C) |
| Faro | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| Ericeira | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (24°C) |
| Coimbra | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (34°C) |
| Douro Valley | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Aug (34°C) |
| Évora | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (34°C) |
| Braga | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (31°C) |
| Aveiro | May–Jul, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Nazaré | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (22°C) |
| Silver Coast | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (22°C) |
| Tavira | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Azores?
Jun–Sep. Jun–Sep is warmest and driest, with whale watching in spring and summer. Winter is mild but wet and windy; ferries and flights get disrupted.
When is the rainy season in Azores?
Rain peaks in December with about 101 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Azores?
August, with average highs of 24°C (75°F).
How cold does Azores get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 15°C (59°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.