Terceira Weather in August

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

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Angra do Heroísmo Praia da Vitória

Considering a trip to Terceira, Portugal this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Terceira in August

Terceira, Portugal is a region in Portugal. August in Terceira 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 Angra do Heroísmo. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Terceira, Portugal.

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

Precipitation

August is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 35 mm (1.4 in) in Angra do Heroísmo.

Explore Terceira by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Terceira - and find the best time to visit. (based on Angra do Heroísmo)

January17°C (63°F) February17°C (63°F) March17°C (63°F) April17°C (63°F) May18°C (64°F) June20°C (68°F) July23°C (73°F) This monthAugust24°C (75°F) September23°C (73°F) October22°C (72°F) November20°C (68°F) December18°C (64°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Terceira in August

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

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 Terceira

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

Temperature range in Terceira (August)

Precipitation variation in Terceira (August)

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 excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
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
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Angra do Heroísmo →

Praia da Vitória

In August Praia da Vitória 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 excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
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
26 mm (1 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
14 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Praia da Vitória →

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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 Terceira in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Angra do Heroísmo 24°C (75°F) 21°C (70°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Praia da Vitória 24°C (75°F) 21°C (70°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)

Terceira weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

In August, Terceira, Portugal generally has excellent weather conditions. Angra do Heroísmo sees daytime temperatures near 24°C (75°F), with nights cooling to roughly 21°C (70°F).

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

In Angra do Heroísmo, the average daytime high in August is 24°C (75°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 21°C (70°F).

Does Terceira, Portugal get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in Terceira, Portugal. Angra do Heroísmo averages only about 35 mm (1.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Terceira, Portugal?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Terceira, Portugal. Typically, the climate in Angra do Heroísmo is excellent. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, June, July, August, September, October and November provide excellent weather in Angra do Heroísmo. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April and December tend to have good weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Terceira.

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