The Azores
Nine green volcanic islands in the middle of the Atlantic, with crater lakes, hot springs and whales going past the window.
The best time to visit The Azores is Jun–Sep, when typical daytime highs reach about 23°C (73°F). Local time there is 01:40 (UTC).
Good for
In season
The year at a glance
June · high 69°F · rain 4.4in · 14.8h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Ponta Delgada, the arrival airport
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°C62°F | 117mm4.6in | 9.8h9.8h | |
| February | 16°C61°F | 129mm5.1in | 10.7h10.7h | |
| March | 17°C62°F | 119mm4.7in | 11.8h11.8h | |
| April | 17°C63°F | 146mm5.7in | 13.1h13.1h | |
| May | 19°C66°F | 106mm4.2in | 14.2h14.2h | |
| June | 21°C69°F | 112mm4.4in | 14.8h14.8h | in the recommended window |
| July | 23°C74°F | 48mm1.9in | 14.5h14.5h | in the recommended window |
| August | 25°C76°F | 99mm3.9in | 13.6h13.6h | in the recommended window |
| September | 23°C74°F | 78mm3.1in | 12.4h12.4h | in the recommended window |
| October | 22°C71°F | 147mm5.8in | 11.1h11.1h | |
| November | 19°C67°F | 141mm5.6in | 10.1h10.1h | |
| December | 17°C63°F | 182mm7.2in | 9.6h9.6h |
Good to know
- Currency
- EUR
- Language
- Portuguese
- Driving
- on the right
1 USD is about 0.87 EUR.
United States: Type A, B at home, you will need an adapter. 120 V at home: check your charger says 100-240 V.
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When is the best time to visit The Azores?
The best time to visit The Azores is Jun–Sep, when typical daytime highs reach about 23°C (73°F).
How warm does The Azores get?
Typical daytime highs in The Azores are Mar–May 18°C (64°F), Jun–Aug 23°C (73°F), Sep–Nov 21°C (70°F), Dec–Feb 17°C (62°F).
Is The Azores expensive?
On the ground, The Azores is mid-range.
What sort of trip is The Azores good for?
The Azores is good for landscape doing the heavy lifting, moving about and doing things, the once-in-a-lifetime sort of thing, sunshine and salt water.