Month guide · Azores · Portugal
Azores in September
What September is really like in Azores: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: José Luís Ávila Silveira/Pedro Noronha e Costa, Public domain
Quick answer
September is one of the best months to visit Azores. Expect average highs of 25°C (77°F), lows of 17°C (63°F), about 8 rainy days and roughly 12.4 hours of daylight. Warm sea and fewer people than August; one of the best months for swimming and hiking.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 25°C (77°F) / 17°C (63°F)
- Rainy days
- About 8
- Daylight
- About 12.4 hours
- Sea temperature
- 23°C (73°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in September
September is the 3rd-warmest month in Azores: days average 25°C (77°F) against a yearly average high of 21°C (70°F), and nights fall to about 17°C (63°F). Rain falls on roughly 8 of its 30 days. Compared with August (26°C (79°F)), September is about as warm; by October highs drop to around 22°C (72°F).
- Sunrise (15 September)
- About 07:24
- Sunset (15 September)
- About 19:51
- Daylight
- About 12.4 hours
- Sea
- 23°C (73°F)
Autumn (September–November). Warm seas in September, then more rain and storms; quieter and cheaper later in the season.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, September rates 4 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in July). Book accommodation early: September is one of the pricier months.
Events in September
September has no major recurring festival in Azores, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in September
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Nature · Ribeira Grande
Caldeira Velha
Visit early in the morning; visitor numbers are limited at busy times.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Nature
- Couples
- Photo spot
- Outdoors
Nature · Sete Cidades
Ponta da Ferraria
At the foot of a lava headland on São Miguel's west coast, a thermal spring flows into a rocky ocean inlet where hot water mixes with the sea.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Nature
- Outdoors
- Off the beaten path
Island · Vila Franca do Campo
Ilhéu de Vila Franca
Bring snorkelling gear, water and sun protection; there is little shade or shelter on the islet.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Low cost
- Kids
- Nature
- Outdoors
- Photo spot
Nature · Pico Island
Mount Pico
Portugal's highest mountain is a near-perfect volcanic cone rising 2,351 metres from the sea.
- Time needed
- 7–8 hours return
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- Active
- Views
- Outdoors
- Nature
The sea averages 23°C (73°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Azores.
What to pack
For highs near 25°C, lows near 17°C and 8 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is September a good time to visit Azores?
One of the best months to visit Azores. The other best months are May–August. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is September a good time to visit Azores?
It is one of the best months to visit Azores. Warm sea and fewer people than August; one of the best months for swimming and hiking.
+How warm is Azores in September?
Average highs are around 25°C (77°F) and lows around 17°C (63°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Azores in September?
Expect rain on about 8 days of the month.