Santa Maria Weather in September

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

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Vila do Porto

Planning a journey to Santa Maria, Portugal this September and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Santa Maria in September

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

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) in Vila do Porto.

For a closer look at conditions across Santa Maria, Portugal, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

September is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 58 mm (2.3 in) in Vila do Porto.

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Vila do Porto gets around 180 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Santa Maria by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Santa Maria — and find the best time to visit. (based on Vila do Porto)

January18°C (64°F) February18°C (64°F) March17°C (63°F) April18°C (64°F) May19°C (66°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August25°C (77°F) September24°C (75°F) October22°C (72°F) November20°C (68°F) December19°C (66°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Santa Maria in September

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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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 Santa Maria

What is the weather like in September for the most popular destinonation in Santa Maria, Portugal?

Vila do Porto

In September Vila do Porto 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.

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Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
247 hours
180 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
34 mm (1.3 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
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Weather conditions
perfect
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Santa Maria, 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.

Santa Maria weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Santa Maria, Portugal in September?

September in Santa Maria, Portugal brings perfect weather. In Vila do Porto, daytime temperatures are typically around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime lows hover near 21°C (70°F).

What is the average temperature in Santa Maria, Portugal in September?

Vila do Porto averages a daytime maximum of 24°C (75°F) in September, with overnight lows close to 21°C (70°F).

Does Santa Maria, Portugal get a lot of rain in September?

September is on the drier side in Santa Maria, Portugal. Vila do Porto averages only about 58 mm (2.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Santa Maria, Portugal?

We consider September to be one of the best times to travel to Santa Maria, Portugal. Typically, the climate in Vila do Porto is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, June, July, August, September, October and November provide perfect weather in Vila do Porto. The weather in March and December, on the other hand, tends to be tolerable.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Santa Maria.

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