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Azores

Portugal
Best timeMay–Sep
Set inPortugal
Climate
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Climate

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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

52–68°F
CurrencyEUR
LanguagePortuguese
TimezoneUTC+00:00

Low confidence for this location; local conditions may differ.

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Map showing the location of Azores
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Historical monthly weather

Low confidence for this location; local conditions may differ.

Sweet spotPeak Jul–Aug. Go in Jun, Sep for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightAug · 55%
WarmestAug · 68°F
WettestDec
Best windowMay–Sep
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Azores: Marina of Horta at sunrise, Faial Island, Azores, Portgual (PPL2-Enhanced)
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Nine volcanic islands mid-Atlantic: crater lakes, hot springs and some of the best whale watching anywhere.

Best time to visit

Aim for May–Sep, the 5 months that line up best.

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Azores: Algar do Carvao, Terceira Island, Azores, Portugal
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Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Azores?

The best time to visit Azores is May–September, in Portugal.

Where is Azores?

Azores is in Portugal.

What is Azores known for?

Nine volcanic islands mid-Atlantic: crater lakes, hot springs and some of the best whale watching anywhere.

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Azores, photographed in 2025
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Azores

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Tobias Scheck from Chemnitz
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