Climate of Azores, Portugal
Area-weighted average across Azores. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Azores, a subdivision of Portugal, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 13.2°C / 55.8°F in February to 21.5°C / 70.7°F in August, with rainfall from 44 mm / 1.7 in to 151 mm / 5.9 in depending on the season (1218 mm / 48 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13.5°C56.3°F | 151 mm5.9″ | — |
| February | 13.2°C55.8°F | 118 mm4.6″ | — |
| March | 13.6°C56.5°F | 112 mm4.4″ | — |
| April | 14.2°C57.6°F | 87 mm3.4″ | — |
| May | 15.7°C60.3°F | 75 mm3″ | — |
| June | 17.9°C64.2°F | 53 mm2.1″ | — |
| July | 20.4°C68.7°F | 44 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 21.5°C70.7°F | 62 mm2.4″ | — |
| September | 20.6°C69.1°F | 100 mm3.9″ | — |
| October | 18.3°C64.9°F | 128 mm5″ | — |
| November | 16.1°C61°F | 141 mm5.6″ | — |
| December | 14.6°C58.3°F | 147 mm5.8″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Azores?
The best months to visit Azores, Portugal for sunny, dry weather are July. The warmest month is August at an area-wide average of 21.5°C / 70.7°F, and the driest is July with about 44 mm / 1.7 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Azores?
Azores, Portugal has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 13.2°C / 55.8°F in February to 21.5°C / 70.7°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 1218 mm / 48 in, with the wettest month being January (151 mm / 5.9 in) and the driest July (44 mm / 1.7 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Azores?
The hottest month in Azores is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 21.5°C / 70.7°F.
What is the coldest month in Azores?
The coldest month in Azores is February, with an area-wide average temperature of 13.2°C / 55.8°F.
When does it rain most in Azores?
The wettest month in Azores is January, averaging about 151 mm / 5.9 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 44 mm / 1.7 in.