Algarve

Algarve Weather in September

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Algarve, Portugal in September.

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Albufeira Lagos Portimão Vilamoura

Thinking about venturing to the Algarve, Portugal this September and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in the Algarve in September

The Algarve, Portugal is a region in Portugal. September in the Algarve generally has warm temperatures, with low precipitation. The month of September is in the summer season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 22°C (72°F) in Sagres to 29°C (84°F) in São Bartolomeu de Messines. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in São Bartolomeu de Messines and 19°C (66°F) in Sagres.

To explore the conditions in the Algarve, Portugal in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Sagres with an average of 20 mm (0.8 in) to low rainfall in Salir with 29 mm (1.1 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in September. Albufeira typically receives 266 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the Algarve by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Algarve - and find the best time to visit. (based on Albufeira)

January16°C (61°F) February17°C (63°F) March18°C (64°F) April20°C (68°F) May22°C (72°F) June26°C (79°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August28°C (82°F) September26°C (79°F) October23°C (73°F) November19°C (66°F) December17°C (63°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Algarve in September

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Algarve.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in the Algarve

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in the Algarve, Portugal?

Temperature range in the Algarve (September)

Precipitation variation in the Algarve (September)

Albufeira

In September Albufeira generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
357 hours
266 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.7 mm (0.1 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
8 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Albufeira →

Lagos

In September Lagos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
355 hours
267 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.6 mm (0.1 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
3 days
9 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Lagos →

Portimão

In September Portimão generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
357 hours
266 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.8 mm (0.1 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
3 days
9 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Portimão →

Vilamoura

In September Vilamoura generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
344 hours
278 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.8 mm (0.1 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
8 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Vilamoura →

Tavira

In September Tavira generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
27°C (81°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
344 hours
278 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.9 mm (0.1 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
3 days
9 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Tavira →

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In our records: Portugal September extremes

Notable September records observed across cities in Portugal in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest September day in Portugal brought 300 mm (12 in) in Santa Maria Island on September 22, 1982.

Popular cities in September

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Algarve in September.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Albufeira 26°C (79°F) 18°C (64°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Lagos 25°C (77°F) 18°C (64°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Portimão 26°C (79°F) 18°C (64°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)
Vilamoura 26°C (79°F) 19°C (66°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Tavira 27°C (81°F) 19°C (66°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Alvor 26°C (79°F) 18°C (64°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)

The Algarve weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Algarve, Portugal in September?

September in the Algarve, Portugal brings excellent weather. In Albufeira, daytime temperatures are typically around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows hover near 18°C (64°F).

What is the average temperature in the Algarve, Portugal in September?

Daytime temperatures in Albufeira peak at roughly 26°C (79°F) in September, dropping to about 18°C (64°F) overnight.

Does the Algarve, Portugal get a lot of rain in September?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Algarve, Portugal during September, with Albufeira averaging close to 23 mm (0.9 in).

Is September a Good Time to Visit the Algarve, Portugal?

We consider September to be one of the best times to travel to the Algarve, Portugal. Typically, the climate in Albufeira is excellent.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly excellent weather in Albufeira. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have good weather conditions.

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