São Miguel Weather in September

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

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Ponta Delgada Ribeira Grande Furnas Vila Franca do Campo

Planning a trip to São Miguel, Portugal this September? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in São Miguel in September

São Miguel, Portugal is a region in Portugal. September in São Miguel 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 20°C (68°F) in Ponta Delgada.

For specific regional insights in São Miguel, Portugal, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Povoação with an average of 62 mm (2.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Ponta Delgada with 69 mm (2.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Ponta Delgada gets approximately 176 hours of sunlight in September, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore São Miguel by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in São Miguel - and find the best time to visit. (based on Ponta Delgada)

January17°C (63°F) February17°C (63°F) March17°C (63°F) April17°C (63°F) May19°C (66°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August24°C (75°F) September24°C (75°F) October22°C (72°F) November20°C (68°F) December18°C (64°F)
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Best Places to Visit in São Miguel in September

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

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 São Miguel

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

Temperature range in São Miguel (September)

Precipitation variation in São Miguel (September)

Ponta Delgada

In September Ponta Delgada generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
176 hours
143 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Ponta Delgada →

Ribeira Grande

In September Ribeira Grande generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
176 hours
143 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Ribeira Grande →

Furnas

In September Furnas generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate 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
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
176 hours
143 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Furnas →

Vila Franca do Campo

In September Vila Franca do Campo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
176 hours
143 hours
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Vila Franca do Campo →

Capelas

In September Capelas generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
176 hours
143 hours
Monthly rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
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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 São Miguel in September.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ponta Delgada 24°C (75°F) 20°C (68°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Ribeira Grande 24°C (75°F) 20°C (68°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Furnas 25°C (77°F) 19°C (66°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Vila Franca do Campo 24°C (75°F) 20°C (68°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Capelas 24°C (75°F) 20°C (68°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Lagoa 24°C (75°F) 20°C (68°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)

São Miguel weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in São Miguel, Portugal in September?

São Miguel, Portugal typically experiences excellent weather in September, part of the season. Daytime highs in Ponta Delgada average around 24°C (75°F), and temperatures drop to about 20°C (68°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in São Miguel, Portugal in September?

Average temperatures in São Miguel, Portugal during September range from a nighttime low near 20°C (68°F) to a daytime high around 24°C (75°F) in Ponta Delgada.

Does São Miguel, Portugal get a lot of rain in September?

Not particularly. Ponta Delgada averages just 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain in September, making it a mostly dry month for São Miguel, Portugal.

Is September a Good Time to Visit São Miguel, Portugal?

We believe that September is one of the best times to visit São Miguel, Portugal with overall excellent weather in Ponta Delgada. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit São Miguel, Portugal is in June, July, August, September and November with generally excellent weather in Ponta Delgada. In contrast, January, February and March tend to have mixed weather conditions.

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