Azores · SpringMonth summary
Azores weather in April
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
55°F – 63°F
🌧 Rainy days
59% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.4h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
6.6/10
📅 📅 Best month
July (7.8/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Azores in April?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Not the best window: 59% rain risk and 11.4h of sunshine. July is much safer.
By trip type
Azores in April by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in April
Spring marks the start of the good season in Azores. Temperatures rise (17°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 59% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. July (7.8/10) is significantly better if possible.
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| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 55°F | 61°F | 56% | 0.2in | 8.0h | 4.9/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 54°F | 61°F | 52% | 0.2in | 9.0h | 5.5/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 54°F | 61°F | 53% | 0.1in | 10.0h | 5.9/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 55°F | 63°F | 59% | 0.2in | 11.4h | 6.6/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 57°F | 64°F | 63% | 0.1in | 12.4h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ June | 61°F | 68°F | 50% | 0.1in | 13.2h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 64°F | 73°F | 46% | 0.1in | 13.2h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 68°F | 75°F | 48% | 0.1in | 12.4h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌦️ September | 66°F | 73°F | 53% | 0.1in | 11.0h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 64°F | 70°F | 55% | 0.2in | 9.5h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 59°F | 66°F | 52% | 0.2in | 8.8h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 55°F | 63°F | 53% | 0.2in | 7.9h | 5.4/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In April, Azores averages 63°F, 59% rainy days and 11.4h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 6.6/10.
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Comparison
April vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 7.8/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +6°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -13%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.8h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Azores in April
Is April a good time to visit Azores?
April is an acceptable time for Azores (score 6.6/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider July (7.8/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Azores in April?
Yes, 59% of days see rain in April. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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