Weather radar Ponta Delgada
Real-time precipitation radar · Azoren · Portugal
Ponta Delgada climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Ponta Delgada shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 16.3° | 15.8° | 15.6° | 16.3° | 17.6° | 19.5° | 21.6° | 23.2° | 22.3° | 21° | 19° | 17.1° |
| Avg low (°C) | 15° | 14.3° | 14° | 14.8° | 16.2° | 18.2° | 20.3° | 21.8° | 21.1° | 19.6° | 17.5° | 15.6° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 124 | 95 | 101 | 96 | 74 | 44 | 13 | 40 | 54 | 127 | 117 | 139 |
| Rainy days | 17 | 15 | 16 | 14 | 11 | 8 | 4 | 9 | 11 | 16 | 15 | 15 |
| Sunshine hours | 218 | 226 | 284 | 329 | 359 | 384 | 398 | 377 | 322 | 260 | 222 | 212 |
| Humidity | 81% | 78% | 78% | 81% | 82% | 82% | 82% | 79% | 78% | 80% | 79% | 77% |
Best time to visit Ponta Delgada
The best time to visit Ponta Delgada is typically July. In this month the average high is 21.6°C, precipitation is 13 mm and sunshine duration is 398 hours. The annual average high is 18.8°C, total annual precipitation is 1024 mm (151 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 3591 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Ponta Delgada
How up to date is the weather radar for Ponta Delgada?
The weather radar for Ponta Delgada is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Ponta Delgada?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Ponta Delgada: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Ponta Delgada?
The thunderstorm potential for Ponta Delgada is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Ponta Delgada.
What is the climate like in Ponta Delgada?
Ponta Delgada has an annual average high of 18.8°C. The warmest month is August (avg high 23.2°C), the coldest March (avg low 14°C). The wettest month is December with 139 mm, the driest July with 13 mm. Total annual precipitation is 1024 mm (151 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 3591 hours.
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