AI-generatedAngra do Heroísmo at a glance
- Best time
- Jul – Aug
- Warmest month
- Aug · 23°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 23.2°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,180 h
- Rain a year
- 755 mm
- Climate
- Subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC−1 / UTC+0
- Elevation
- 1 m
Climate in Angra do Heroísmo
Angra do Heroísmo has a subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 23 °C, while March is the coolest at 15 °C. With around 2,180 hours of sunshine a year, Angra do Heroísmo is moderately sunny; July is the sunniest month with 8.7 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Poor
Best time to visit: July – August
Good forSightseeing & walks
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 18°
- Midday, 13:00: about 20°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 20°
- Evening, 20:00: about 20°
- Night, 23:00: about 19°
07:5719:12
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 07:40–08:33 · evening 18:36–19:29
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:30–07:40 · evening 19:29–19:39
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
What is the weather like in Angra do Heroísmo in October?
In October, Angra do Heroísmo is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 20.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 84 mm in total. It is often windy, with gusts of around 36 km/h. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Angra do Heroísmo.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 16 min07:57 – 19:12
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 5 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 36 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 65 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+0Atlantic/Azores
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %22 %
- Seaweight 25 %56 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %33 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %43 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Rain jacket or umbrella
- Windproof jacket
Sea temperature in Angra do Heroísmo
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 20.2 – 22.0 °C
Swimming season: Jul – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Angra do Heroísmo ranges from 15.9 °C in March to 23.2 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from July to October.
From September to April the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 22.3 and 24.1 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 16.5° | 15.6° | 17.4° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 16.0° | 15.1° | 17.0° | cold |
| MarchMar | 15.9° | 15.2° | 16.5° | cold |
| AprilApr | 16.2° | 15.6° | 16.9° | cold |
| MayMay | 17.3° | 16.6° | 17.7° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 19.1° | 18.3° | 20.1° | fresh |
| JulyJul | 21.5° | 20.8° | 22.1° | refreshing |
| AugustAug | 23.2° | 22.3° | 24.1° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 22.6° | 21.9° | 23.3° | refreshing |
| OctoberOct | 20.9° | 20.2° | 22.0° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 19.0° | 18.1° | 20.1° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 17.5° | 16.8° | 18.5° | fresh |
Sunshine hours in Angra do Heroísmo
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 5.0 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Angra do Heroísmo, 44 % of the day.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
UV index in Angra do Heroísmo
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 4 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 10).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 30 min
- Fair skin
- about 40 min
- Light brown skin
- about 55 min
- Olive skin
- about 70 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen it, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Rain in Angra do Heroísmo: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Angra do Heroísmo has about 12 rainy days with 84 mm of rain in total.
Wind and clouds in Angra do Heroísmo
How breezy and how cloudy Angra do Heroísmo is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Angra do Heroísmo typically peaks at 36 km/h during the day: Beaufort 5, fresh breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it gets there all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 65 % of the sky over Angra do Heroísmo: mostly cloudy, with about 5.0 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Angra do Heroísmo
How often the day gets hot in Angra do Heroísmo (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Angra do Heroísmo has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 20 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Angra do Heroísmo
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- muggy month (10+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 18°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 5 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in March (13°), the warmest in August (21°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from July to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from May to June and from October to December. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 44 days a year, mostly from July to August.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 12 | 16° | 14° | 16.5° | 3.9 h | 12 | 84 |
| FebruaryFeb | 16 | 16° | 14° | 16.0° | 4.6 h | 11 | 65 |
| MarchMar | 17 | 15° | 13° | 15.9° | 5.5 h | 12 | 80 |
| AprilApr | 21 | 16° | 14° | 16.2° | 6.1 h | 10 | 66 |
| MayMay | 29 | 18° | 15° | 17.3° | 7.2 h | 8 | 54 |
| JuneJun | 45 | 20° | 18° | 19.1° | 7.8 h | 6 | 38 |
| JulyJul | 74 | 22° | 20° | 21.5° | 8.7 h | 4 | 17 |
| AugustAug | 84 | 23° | 21° | 23.2° | 8.5 h | 6 | 30 |
| SeptemberSep | 65 | 22° | 20° | 22.6° | 6.7 h | 9 | 48 |
| OctoberOct | 37 | 20° | 18° | 20.9° | 5.0 h | 12 | 84 |
| NovemberNov | 22 | 18° | 16° | 19.0° | 4.1 h | 10 | 73 |
| DecemberDec | 9 | 17° | 15° | 17.5° | 3.5 h | 14 | 117 |
Climate averages 1996–2025, not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
38.65° N, 27.22° W · 1 m · Atlantic/Azores
Best time to visit Angra do Heroísmo
The best time to visit Angra do Heroísmo is from July to August. For a beach holiday with the sea above 21 °C, go in August. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from January to November. Rain is most frequent in October and in December; the wettest month is December with 117 mm.
Angra do Heroísmo through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Angra do Heroísmo in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 15–18 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 6 h of sun a day
- 30 rainy days in all
Angra do Heroísmo in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 20–23 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 8 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days in all
Angra do Heroísmo in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 18–22 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 5 h of sun a day
- 31 rainy days in all
Angra do Heroísmo in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 16–17 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 4 h of sun a day
- 37 rainy days in all
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Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Angra do Heroísmo for you.
Your best months: August
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Compare two months in Angra do Heroísmo
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August has the better holiday weather in Angra do Heroísmo: score 84 against 37. In August, days are 3 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 2 °C warmer in August. August has 6 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 4 hours longer a day in August.
| Month | October | August |
|---|---|---|
| Weather score | 37 | 84better |
| Day high | 20° | 23° |
| Night low | 18° | 21° |
| Sea | 20.9° | 23.2° |
| Sunshine | 5.0 h | 8.5 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 12 | 6better |
| Rainfall | 84 mm | 30 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 5better | 16 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Aug
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Jan – Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Oct, Dec
12 or more rainy days
Angra do Heroísmo month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
12January16° · Sea 17° · 4 h
In January, Angra do Heroísmo is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 16.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 84 mm in total. It is often windy, with gusts of around 40 km/h. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Angra do Heroísmo.
Angra do Heroísmo in January16February16° · Sea 16° · 5 h
In February, Angra do Heroísmo is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 16.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 65 mm in total. It is often windy, with gusts of around 38 km/h. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Angra do Heroísmo.
Angra do Heroísmo in February17March15° · Sea 16° · 6 h
In March, Angra do Heroísmo is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 15.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 80 mm in total. It is often windy, with gusts of around 38 km/h. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Angra do Heroísmo.
Angra do Heroísmo in March21April16° · Sea 16° · 6 h
In April, Angra do Heroísmo is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 16.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 66 mm in total. It is often windy, with gusts of around 36 km/h. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Angra do Heroísmo.
Angra do Heroísmo in April29May18° · Sea 17° · 7 h
In May, Angra do Heroísmo is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 17.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 54 mm. It is often windy, with gusts of around 31 km/h. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Angra do Heroísmo.
Angra do Heroísmo in May45June20° · Sea 19° · 8 h
In June, Angra do Heroísmo is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 19.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 38 mm. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Angra do Heroísmo.
Angra do Heroísmo in June74July22° · Sea 22° · 9 h
In July, Angra do Heroísmo is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 21.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 9 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 17 mm in total. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Angra do Heroísmo.
Angra do Heroísmo in July84August23° · Sea 23° · 9 h
In August, Angra do Heroísmo is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 23.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 30 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Angra do Heroísmo.
Angra do Heroísmo in August65September22° · Sea 23° · 7 h
In September, Angra do Heroísmo is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 22.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 48 mm. It is often windy, with gusts of around 29 km/h. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Angra do Heroísmo.
Angra do Heroísmo in September37October20° · Sea 21° · 5 h
In October, Angra do Heroísmo is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 20.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 84 mm in total. It is often windy, with gusts of around 36 km/h. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Angra do Heroísmo.
Angra do Heroísmo in October22November18° · Sea 19° · 4 h
In November, Angra do Heroísmo is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 19.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 73 mm in total. It is often windy, with gusts of around 37 km/h. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Angra do Heroísmo.
Angra do Heroísmo in November9December17° · Sea 18° · 4 h
In December, Angra do Heroísmo is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 17.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun is scarce, with only about 4 hours a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 117 mm. It is often windy, with gusts of around 41 km/h. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Angra do Heroísmo.
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Angra do Heroísmo vs. Ponta Delgada
In October Ponta Delgada has the better holiday weather (score 42 vs. 37). During the day Ponta Delgada is 1 °C warmer than Angra do Heroísmo. The sea in Ponta Delgada is 1 °C warmer.
| in October | Angra do Heroísmo | Ponta Delgada |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday score | 37 | 42 |
| Daytime high | 20° | 21° |
| Sea | 21° | 22° |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 12 | 14 |
| Best time | Jul – Aug | May – Aug |
Through the year
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In October, Angra do Heroísmo ranks 19 of 24 destinations in this country.
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- 19Angra do HeroísmoThis page20°21°37
Planning a trip to Angra do Heroísmo
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Angra do Heroísmo in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Angra do Heroísmo has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 81) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 11).
- 20
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 16 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 32
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 81
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 8.6 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 37
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 5.0 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 11
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 16 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 3.7 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 3 h 30 min
- Distance
- 2,520 km
- Time zone
- UTC+0
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Frequently asked questions about Angra do Heroísmo
When is the best time to visit Angra do Heroísmo?
The best time to visit Angra do Heroísmo is from July to August. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Angra do Heroísmo?
The sea temperature in Angra do Heroísmo ranges from 15.9 °C in March to 23.2 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from July to October.
Can you swim in Angra do Heroísmo in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 20.9 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Angra do Heroísmo?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 23 °C and nights around 21 °C. March is the coolest month at 15 °C.
When does it rain most in Angra do Heroísmo?
Rain is most frequent in October and in December; the wettest month is December with 117 mm. The driest month is July with 17 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Angra do Heroísmo get?
Angra do Heroísmo gets around 2,180 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 8.7 hours a day; in December there are 3.5 hours a day.
What time zone is Angra do Heroísmo in?
Angra do Heroísmo uses the time zone Atlantic/Azores: UTC−1 in January and UTC+0 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Angra do Heroísmo?
A nonstop flight from London to Angra do Heroísmo takes about 3 h 30 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,520 km.
Which school holidays are best for Angra do Heroísmo?
Angra do Heroísmo has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 81) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 11). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 20, May half-term 32, Summer holidays 81, October half-term 37, Christmas holidays 11.
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