AI-generatedHorta at a glance
- Best time
- Jul – Aug
- Warmest month
- Aug · 26°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 23.4°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,200 h
- Rain a year
- 836 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC−1 / UTC+0
- Elevation
- 12 m
Climate in Horta
Horta has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 26 °C, while February is the coolest at 17 °C. With around 2,200 hours of sunshine a year, Horta is moderately sunny; July is the sunniest month with 8.8 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Horta
The best time to visit Horta is from July to August. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from July to September. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable in February, from April to September and in November. Rain is frequent in March, in October and from December to January; the wettest month is December with 123 mm.
Horta through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Horta in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 17–20 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 6.3 h of sun a day
- 33 rainy days in all
Horta in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 22–26 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 8.4 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days in all
Horta in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 20–24 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 5.3 h of sun a day
- 33 rainy days in all
Horta in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 17–18 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 4.0 h of sun a day
- 39 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jul – Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Feb, Apr – Sep, Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Mar, Oct, Dec – Jan
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: July – August
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
Best time to visit: July – August
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 18°
- Midday, 13:00: about 21°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 22°
- Evening, 20:00: about 20°
- Night, 23:00: about 20°
08:0219:18
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 07:46–08:38 · evening 18:42–19:34
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:36–07:46 · evening 19:34–19:45
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.
October in Horta compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 23° at the start of the month to 21° at the end. The sea cools from 22° to 20°. The days get 1.2 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 23° | 21° |
| Night-time low | 19° | 17° |
| Sea | 22° | 20° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.7 h |
What is the weather like in Horta in October?
In October, Horta is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 21.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 91 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 36 km/h. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Horta.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 16 min08:02 – 19:18
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 6 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+0offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %48 %
- Seaweight 25 %59 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %35 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %41 %
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
Compare two months in Horta
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
August has the better holiday weather in Horta: score 93 against 47. In August, days are 4 °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 |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 47 | 93better |
| Daytime high | 22° | 26° |
| Night-time low | 18° | 21° |
| Sea | 21.1° | 23.4° |
| Sunshine | 5.1 h | 8.7 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 12 | 6better |
| Rainfall | 91 mm | 32 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 6better | 18 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Horta month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
10January18° · Sea 17° · 3.9 h
In January, Horta is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 16.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 100 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 41 km/h. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Horta.
Horta in January15February17° · Sea 16° · 4.6 h
In February, Horta is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 16.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 71 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 39 km/h. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Horta.
Horta in February16March17° · Sea 16° · 5.5 h
In March, Horta is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 16.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 87 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 39 km/h. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Horta.
Horta in March20April18° · Sea 16° · 6.1 h
In April, Horta is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 16.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 69 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 36 km/h. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Horta.
Horta in April33May20° · Sea 17° · 7.3 h
In May, Horta is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 17.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 61 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Horta.
Horta in May56June22° · Sea 19° · 7.7 h
In June, Horta is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 19.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 39 mm. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Horta.
Horta in June88July24° · Sea 22° · 8.8 h
In July, Horta is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 21.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 22 mm in total. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Horta.
Horta in July93August26° · Sea 23° · 8.7 h
In August, Horta is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 23.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 32 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Horta.
Horta in August76September24° · Sea 23° · 6.6 h
In September, Horta is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 22.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 58 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Horta.
Horta in September47October22° · Sea 21° · 5.1 h
In October, Horta is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 21.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 91 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 36 km/h. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Horta.
Horta in October26November20° · Sea 19° · 4.2 h
In November, Horta is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 19.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 84 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 38 km/h. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Horta.
Horta in November10December18° · Sea 18° · 3.6 h
In December, Horta is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 17.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.6 hours a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 123 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 42 km/h. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Horta.
Horta in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Horta
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 (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 18°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 6 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in February (14°), 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 53 days a year, mostly in 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 | 10 | 18° | 14° | 16.7° | 3.9 h | 13 | 100 |
| FebruaryFeb | 15 | 17° | 14° | 16.2° | 4.6 h | 11 | 71 |
| MarchMar | 16 | 17° | 14° | 16.1° | 5.5 h | 13 | 87 |
| AprilApr | 20 | 18° | 14° | 16.3° | 6.1 h | 11 | 69 |
| MayMay | 33 | 20° | 16° | 17.4° | 7.3 h | 9 | 61 |
| JuneJun | 56 | 22° | 18° | 19.4° | 7.7 h | 7 | 39 |
| JulyJul | 88 | 24° | 20° | 21.9° | 8.8 h | 4 | 22 |
| AugustAug | 93 | 26° | 21° | 23.4° | 8.7 h | 6 | 32 |
| SeptemberSep | 76 | 24° | 20° | 22.9° | 6.6 h | 9 | 58 |
| OctoberOct | 47 | 22° | 18° | 21.1° | 5.1 h | 12 | 91 |
| NovemberNov | 26 | 20° | 16° | 19.2° | 4.2 h | 11 | 84 |
| DecemberDec | 10 | 18° | 15° | 17.7° | 3.6 h | 14 | 123 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), 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
38.54° N, 28.63° W · 12 m · Atlantic/Azores
Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Horta
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 20.4 – 22.2 °C
Swimming season: Jul – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Horta ranges from 16.1 °C in March to 23.4 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from July to October.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 22.5 and 24.4 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 16.7° | 15.8° | 17.5° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 16.2° | 15.4° | 16.9° | cold |
| MarchMar | 16.1° | 15.5° | 16.7° | cold |
| AprilApr | 16.3° | 15.6° | 16.9° | cold |
| MayMay | 17.4° | 16.8° | 17.9° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 19.4° | 18.6° | 20.6° | fresh |
| JulyJul | 21.9° | 21.2° | 22.5° | refreshing |
| AugustAug | 23.4° | 22.5° | 24.4° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 22.9° | 22.2° | 23.5° | refreshing |
| OctoberOct | 21.1° | 20.4° | 22.2° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 19.2° | 18.4° | 20.5° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 17.7° | 17.0° | 18.9° | fresh |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Horta
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 5.1 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Horta, 45 % of the daylight hours.
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.
Rain
Rain in Horta: 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, Horta has about 12 rainy days with 91 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Horta
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 the time, 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.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Horta
How breezy and how cloudy Horta 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 Horta 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 is that strong 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 Horta: mostly cloudy, with about 5.1 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 & humidity
Heat and humidity in Horta
How often the day gets hot in Horta (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, Horta has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 22 °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
Planning a trip to Horta
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Horta 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.
Horta has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 91) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 10).
- 19
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 38
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 91
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 8.7 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 47
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 5.1 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 10
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 3.8 h of sun a day
- 14 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 40 min
- Distance
- 2,620 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.
Good to know: Portugal
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Language
- Portuguese
- Sockets
- Type C, F · 230 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +351
- Emergency number
- 112
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Horta vs Angra do Heroísmo
In October the holiday weather in Horta and Angra do Heroísmo is about equally good (score 47 vs 44). During the day it is about as warm in Angra do Heroísmo as in Horta. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Horta | Angra do Heroísmo |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 47 | 44 |
| Daytime high | 22° | 22° |
| Sea | 21° | 21° |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 12 | 12 |
| Best time | Jul – Aug | Jul – Aug |
Through the year
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In October, Horta ranks 23 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 23HortaThis page22°21°47
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Frequently asked questions about Horta
When is the best time to visit Horta?
The best time to visit Horta 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 Horta?
The sea temperature in Horta ranges from 16.1 °C in March to 23.4 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from July to October.
Can you swim in Horta in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 21.1 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Horta?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 26 °C and nights around 21 °C. February is the coolest month at 17 °C.
When does it rain most in Horta?
Rain is frequent in March, in October and from December to January; the wettest month is December with 123 mm. The driest month is July with 22 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Horta get?
Horta gets around 2,200 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 8.8 hours a day; in December there are 3.6 hours a day.
What time zone is Horta in?
Horta is on UTC−1 in January and UTC+0 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Horta?
A nonstop flight from London to Horta takes about 3 h 40 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,620 km.
Which school holidays are best for Horta?
Horta has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 91) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 10). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 19, May half-term 38, summer holidays 91, October half-term 47, Christmas holidays 10.