Best time to visit Azores

April to June and September. Month by month below, with the weather, what's on and what it costs to fly there from your city.

April to June and September

Sources favor late spring (April to June) and September for mild weather, flowers and thinner crowds. July and August are the busiest.

“The best time to go to the Azores for great weather is generally within the late spring months of April through June.” zicasso.com
“May or September are the best months to visit the Azores!” jaredsdetours.com
“Savvy travellers tend to choose April-May or September-October, which are quieter but still warm.” i-escape.com

5 of the 10 travel guides we read name these months.

Azores month by month

Average high and low in Ponta Delgada, and days with rain

January64°F / 55°F · 13 rainy daysChecking fares…December and January tend to be the wettest months.Temperatures average 17 to 20 C in January and February.Flights can be cancelled or postponed by storms and fog, especially in December and January.
February63°F / 54°F · 11 rainy daysChecking fares…Temperatures average 17 to 20 C in January and February.November to February sees significantly fewer flights to and from the islands.November to February is the peak rainy stretch.
March64°F / 55°F · 12 rainy daysChecking fares…March and April tend to be rainier, with showers and occasional thunderstorms.Early spring blooms such as azaleas and camellias appear by late March.March is a shoulder-season month with unstable weather.Blue whale migration
Best timeApril66°F / 56°F · 10 rainy daysChecking fares…April to June is the best weather window, with temperatures in the 60s and low 70s F and little rain.April and May are the peak whale-watching months.The main tourist season runs April to October.
Best timeMay68°F / 58°F · 9 rainy daysChecking fares…May gets about 2.2 inches of rain and is one of the best months for hiking.May is a best-month pick for warm days, mostly dry trails and smaller crowds.Sao Miguel flower blooms peak from mid-to-late May through June.
Best timeJune72°F / 62°F · 7 rainy daysChecking fares…June is a local's pick for the tail of whale-watching and flowers in full bloom.Inter-island ferries run only June to September.June to August is peak tourist season, with some crowded trails.
July77°F / 66°F · 5 rainy daysChecking fares…July and August are peak season.July sees about 233 hours of sunshine and limited rain.July and August are typically the driest months.
August79°F / 68°F · 7 rainy daysChecking fares…August is the warmest month, with rain at its lowest.August is the busiest month, so book ahead.Mare de Agosto draws young adults to Santa Maria around the third weekend of August.
Best timeSeptember77°F / 66°F · 9 rainy daysChecking fares…September is a best-month pick, with warm days and smaller crowds.September can be more stable than July and August, with fewer people on beaches.Strong winds are possible in autumn, from September to November.AngraJazz
October73°F / 63°F · 14 rainy daysChecking fares…April-May or September-October are quieter but still warm.October is a shoulder-season month with unstable weather.Summer crowds are gone in fall, though beaches may feel too cold.
November68°F / 59°F · 12 rainy daysChecking fares…One writer found November quiet, with few visitors and mild days.Rain climbs to 6 to 8 inches in November.November to February sees significantly fewer flights to and from the islands.
December65°F / 56°F · 15 rainy daysChecking fares…December and January tend to be the wettest months.Flights can be cancelled or postponed by storms and fog, especially in December and January.Winter brings peaceful villages and viewpoints with fewer visitors.

Weather: Ponta Delgada averages (1991 to 2020 averages), as listed in its climate table on Wikipedia.

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What's on in Azores

Festivals and seasons through the year

Busy, quiet and what to watch for

Busiest

June to August, peaking July and AugustWarmest weather, busiest period, with rentals and trails filling up.
April to OctoberThe main tourist season overall.

Quietest

November to FebruaryPeak rainy season with fewer visitors and fewer flights.
WinterPeaceful villages and lower visitor numbers.

Watch for

WinterAtlantic storms can disrupt flights and ferries.
Year-roundWeather can change fast; expect rain at any time.
July and AugustOne source says the heat can get uncomfortable, while another calls July weather near perfect.
September to NovemberStronger autumn winds.
Outside June to SeptemberMost inter-island ferries stop running.

Questions people ask

What is the weather like on São Miguel in May?: Lush and green, about 8 hours of sun a day and 2.2 inches of rain, with midday highs near 61 F.
How much time is needed in the Azores?: One guide says five days is enough for a thorough introduction to Sao Miguel, and two to three weeks for island hopping.

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