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PortugalThe climate of the Azores
The current climate in the Azores features temperatures ranging from a high of 26°C to a low of 17°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 21°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 12°C and in the warmer months around 21°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for the Azores, Portugal.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in the Azores in recent years was 29°C in August 2014. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 12°C in February 2014.
Rainfall amount
On average, the Azores receives 977 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
Curious about the weather in other parts of Portugal? Check out the climate and weather for spots like Algarve, Lisbon, Albufeira, or explore other destinations in Portugal.
Best time to visit the Azores?
The best time to go for a sun holiday to the Azores is January and March through December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit the Azores. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
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Climate Table of the Azores
The climate table of the Azores shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 18 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 20 | 22 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 22 | 20 | 18 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 14 | 13 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 18 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 18 | 16 | 14 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 101 | 106 | 73 | 80 | 77 | 41 | 38 | 67 | 74 | 90 | 111 | 119 |
| UV Index | 3 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 3 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
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Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in the Azores, Portugal. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in the Azores
Yearly Temperature in the Azores
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in the Azores, Portugal. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in the Azores
Total Yearly Precipitation in the Azores
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in the Azores, Portugal. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in the Azores
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Average weather in the Azores by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for the Azores. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.