Horta weather in August (Azores, Portugal)

What can you expect from the weather in Horta during August? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Horta the weather in August is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 27°C. But by evening, they drop to around 24°C. On average, it is the warmest month of the year. So be prepared and pack summer clothes. Embrace the warmth, but always stay equipped with your summer essentials to make the most of this toasty month.

Horta in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 32 mm for the month. Typically around 11 days of rainfall is expected.

The city usually sees around 238 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit. January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November generally stand out with the best circumstances. While December tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Horta climate page with graphs.

 

Horta, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Water Temperature 23°C  

Chance of Rain 37%  

Precipitation 32 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 80%  

Windspeed 14 km/h  

Sunshine 238 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 56%  

Where to go in Portugal in August

Find out more about the weather in Portugal in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Horta in August?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. With a water temperature of around 23°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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