Faial Weather in September

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

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Horta Capelo Castelo Branco Cedros

Thinking about venturing to Faial, 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 Faial in September

Faial, Portugal is a region in Portugal. September in Faial generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) in Horta.

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

Precipitation

September is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 66 mm (2.6 in) in Horta.

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Best Places to Visit in Faial in September

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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 Faial

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

Temperature range in Faial (September)

Precipitation variation in Faial (September)

Horta

In September Horta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Horta →

Capelo

In September Capelo 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.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Capelo →

Castelo Branco

In September Castelo Branco 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.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Castelo Branco →

Cedros

In September Cedros 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.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Cedros →

Varadouro

In September Varadouro 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.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Varadouro →

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

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 Faial in September.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Horta 23°C (73°F) 21°C (70°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Capelo 24°C (75°F) 21°C (70°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Castelo Branco 24°C (75°F) 21°C (70°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Cedros 24°C (75°F) 21°C (70°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Varadouro 24°C (75°F) 21°C (70°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)

Faial weather in September: frequently asked questions

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

September in Faial, Portugal brings perfect weather. In Horta, daytime temperatures are typically around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime lows hover near 21°C (70°F).

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

Average temperatures in Faial, Portugal during September range from a nighttime low near 21°C (70°F) to a daytime high around 23°C (73°F) in Horta.

Does Faial, Portugal get a lot of rain in September?

Not particularly. Horta averages just 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain in September, making it a mostly dry month for Faial, Portugal.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Faial, Portugal?

We consider September to be one of the best times to travel to Faial, Portugal. Typically, the climate in Horta is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Faial, Portugal is in June, July, August, September and November with generally perfect weather in Horta. The weather in January, February, March, April and December, on the other hand, tends to be tolerable.

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