Azores Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Azores, Portugal in August.

Thinking about venturing to the Azores, Portugal this August 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 Azores in August

The Azores, Portugal is a region in Portugal. August in the Azores generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 24°C (75°F) in São Roque do Pico to 27°C (81°F) in Horta. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Horta and 21°C (70°F) in São Roque do Pico. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in the Azores, Portugal.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Azores, Portugal, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Santa Maria with an average of 21 mm (0.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Lajes das Flores with 60 mm (2.4 in).

Average sunshine

August brings good sunshine to many areas. Ponta Delgada sees around 215 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in the Azores in August

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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).

Popular Destinations in the Azores

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in the Azores, Portugal?

Temperature range in the Azores (August)

Precipitation variation in the Azores (August)

Ponta Delgada

In August Ponta Delgada generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
215 hours
176 hours
Monthly rainfall
27 mm (1.1 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Angra do Heroísmo

In August Angra do Heroísmo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
25 mm (1 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Lajes das Flores

In August Lajes das Flores generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
218 hours
159 hours
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Varadouro

In August Varadouro generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
31 mm (1.2 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Horta

In August Horta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
238 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Azores, in Portugal.

In our records: Portugal August extremes

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

  • In our records, the warmest August day in Portugal reached 45°C (113°F) in Évora on August 4, 2018.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Azores in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ponta Delgada 24°C (75°F) 21°C (70°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Angra do Heroísmo 24°C (75°F) 21°C (70°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Lajes das Flores 25°C (77°F) 22°C (72°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Varadouro 24°C (75°F) 22°C (72°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Horta 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Lajes 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)

The Azores weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Azores, Portugal in August?

In August, the Azores, Portugal generally has perfect weather conditions. Ponta Delgada sees daytime temperatures near 24°C (75°F), with nights cooling to roughly 21°C (70°F).

What is the average temperature in the Azores, Portugal in August?

Daytime temperatures in Ponta Delgada peak at roughly 24°C (75°F) in August, dropping to about 21°C (70°F) overnight.

Does the Azores, Portugal get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Ponta Delgada averages just 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for the Azores, Portugal.

Is August a Good Time to Visit the Azores, Portugal?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to the Azores, Portugal. Typically, the climate in Ponta Delgada is perfect.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August, September and November offering mostly perfect weather in Ponta Delgada. The weather in January, February and March, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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