Month by month
| Month | Afternoon | Sea | Rain | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16.8 °C | 17.2 °C | 16 days | Possible, with trade-offs |
| February | 16.5 °C | 16.7 °C | 13 days | Possible, with trade-offs |
| March | 16.7 °C | 16.7 °C | 15 days | Possible, with trade-offs |
| April | 17.4 °C | 17.1 °C | 17 days | Possible, with trade-offs |
| May | 19 °C | 18.1 °C | 18 days | Possible, with trade-offs |
| June | 21.1 °C | 20 °C | 14 days | Possible, with trade-offs |
| July | 23.5 °C | 22.2 °C | 14 days | Pleasant — a good time to go |
| August | 24.9 °C | 23.9 °C | 14 days | Possible, with trade-offs |
| September | 23.8 °C | 23.6 °C | 16 days | Possible, with trade-offs |
| October | 21.5 °C | 22 °C | 16 days | Possible, with trade-offs |
| November | 19.2 °C | 19.9 °C | 15 days | Possible, with trade-offs |
| December | 17.6 °C | 18.4 °C | 17 days | Possible, with trade-offs |
Before you go
Three things to check once you have picked your dates.
Entry
Portugal is in the European Union. Entry rules depend on your nationality — check before booking.
Safety
No specific restrictions
Usual precautions apply.
Official advice updated 11 August 2026
Health
Recommended vaccinations, water quality, mosquitoes: advice depends on the country and the season. Some vaccines need time before departure.
Beau Fixe is not a safety or health authority. These notes summarise public advisories and link to their source; only the competent authorities are authoritative. Alert levels: Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (gov.uk), Open Government Licence v3.0.
FAQ
Can you swim in Ponta Delgada (Açores) in July?
The sea averages 22.2°C in July — swimming is possible but brisk.
How hot is Ponta Delgada (Açores) in July?
Expect 23.5°C in the afternoon and 19.4°C at night, averaged over the last 10 years.
Does it rain a lot in Ponta Delgada (Açores) in July?
Around 14 days with rain (≥ 1 mm) in the month — 44% of days.