The Azores weather in September
Considering a trip to the Azores this September and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in the Azores in September?
The Azores is a region in Portugal. September in the Azores generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 23°C in São Roque do Pico to 26°C in Horta. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C in Horta and 21°C in São Roque do Pico.
In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Santa Maria with an average of 51 mm to moderate rainfall in Horta with 89 mm. Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 176 hours of sunlight expected in Ponta Delgada. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
For specific regional insights in the Azores for September, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our the Azores climate page.
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Average weather in Ponta Delgada
In September Ponta Delgada generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Angra do Heroísmo
In September Angra do Heroísmo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Santa Maria Island
In September Santa Maria Island generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Horta
In September Horta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Lajes
In September Lajes generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in the Azores, in Portugal.
Is September the best time to visit the Azores?
We believe that September is one of the best times to visit the Azores with overall perfect weather in Ponta Delgada.
On average, the best time to visit the Azores is in June, July, August, September and November with generally perfect weather in Ponta Delgada. On the other hand, the months of January, February and March tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.
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