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Porto da Cruz Weather in September

September in Porto da Cruz sees daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and lows of 20°C (68°F) at night. The excellent weather makes it a good time to visit.

Rainfall in Porto da Cruz in September

Typically, you can expect about 6 days of rain this month, with 34 mm (1.3 in) on average. When rain does fall, showers tend to be light and brief. Most days will be dry.

Temperature in Porto da Cruz in September

Weather in Porto da Cruz is at its excellent in September. Highs reach 24°C (75°F), while nights settle around 20°C (68°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. With overnight lows of 20°C (68°F), evenings stay pleasantly warm.

Sunshine in Porto da Cruz in September

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 211 hours of sun. These sunny conditions add to the overall experience.

Wind Speed in Porto da Cruz in September

Wind speeds average 1 m/s (2 knots) during September. At this speed, you'll experience mostly light air movement that's just barely noticeable. As an average, some days will be completely calm while others have gentle breezes you can feel on your skin.

Average water temperature in September

With water at 23°C (73°F), you can expect warm, pleasant conditions for any water activity. There's no adjustment period, it feels comfortable straight away.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances for Porto da Cruz.

Porto da Cruz Temperature in September

Min Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Max Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Water Temperature
23°C (73°F) *
Chance of Rain
21%
Precipitation
34 mm (1.3 in)
Rainy days
6 days
Humidity
71% *
Windspeed
1 m/s (2 knots) *
Sunshine
211 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
57% *
* Data from: Funchal, Madeira (11 KM, 7 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Porto da Cruz in September

For Porto da Cruz in September, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers. With water temperatures around 23°C (73°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Porto da Cruz in September

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

  • Swimming
    10/10
  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Barbeque
    9/10
  • Camping
    10/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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