What’s the climate like in Terceira?
The current climate of Terceira features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 26°C during the day to lows of 17°C. The average yearly temperature is around 21°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 13°C and in the warmer months around 21°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Terceira in recent years was 32°C in August 2023. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 11°C in January 2014.
On average, Terceira receives 840 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, UK gets 701 mm of precipitation annually.
The climate of Terceira is based on weather data from . Other spots, like Algarve, Lisbon or Albufeira, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Terceira for a full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Terceira?
The best time to go for a sun holiday to Terceira is March through November. During this period, you'll have good temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Terceira. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Terceira
The climate table of Terceira shows the average temperatures, precipitation, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 17 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 20 | 22 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 22 | 20 | 18 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 14 | 13 | 13 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 18 | 16 | 14 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 82 | 82 | 61 | 65 | 54 | 36 | 24 | 55 | 62 | 92 | 106 | 121 |
| UV Index | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 3 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 21°C
- Highest temperature: 26°C in August
- Lowest temperature: 17°C in January and February
- Precipitation: 840 mm per year, averaging 70 mm per month
- Driest months: 24 mm in July, 36 mm in June and 54 mm in May
- Wettest months: 121 mm in December, 106 mm in November and 92 mm in October
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Average Temperature per Month in Terceira
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Terceira, Portugal. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Terceira
This graph shows how much precipitation Terceira, Portugal, gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Terceira
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Terceira, Portugal. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Terceira
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Terceira, Portugal. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Terceira
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Terceira, Portugal, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
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Average Weather in Terceira by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Terceira. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
