The stunning twin lakes of Sete Cidades filling a massive green volcanic crater

Beste Reisezeit für The Azores 2026

Monat-für-Monat-Guide 2026 — Wetter, Menschenmassen, Preise & Events

Gerade jetzt (April)
Tolle Reisezeit
Prime time for spotting Blue Whales and Fin Whales passing through.
Beste Monate
Jun Jul Aug Sep

The Azores are a volcanic archipelago in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, often called the 'Hawaii of Europe'. They offer dramatic crater lakes, lush green valleys, thermal hot springs, and some of the best whale watching in the world.

🗺️ The Azores Grundinfos

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Hauptstadt
Ponta Delgada
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Währung
Euro (EUR)
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Sprache
Portuguese
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Zeitzone
Atlantic/Azores (UTC-1)
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18°C
Höchsttemperatur in Ponta Delgada
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$700 avg
Hin- und Rückflug aus Deutschland
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$100 /Nacht
Ø Hotelpreis
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Medium
Touristendichte

📊 Monatsübersicht

Jede Leiste = Gesamtpunktzahl aus Wetter, Touristendichte, Preisen & Events. Aktueller Monat hervorgehoben.

Jan: 3/10 — Meiden
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Feb: 3/10 — Meiden
Feb
0
Mär: 5/10 — OK
Mär
0
Apr: 7/10 — Gut
Apr
0
JETZT
Mai: 8/10 — Gut
Mai
0
Jun: 9/10 — Beste
Jun
0
Jul: 10/10 — Beste
Jul
0
Aug: 9/10 — Beste
Aug
0
Sep: 9/10 — Beste
Sep
0
Okt: 6/10 — OK
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Nov: 4/10 — Meiden
Nov
0
Dez: 4/10 — Meiden
Dez
0
Beste Zeit (9-10) Gut (7-8) Akzeptabel (5-6) Meiden (1-4)

⛅ Aktuelles Wetter in Ponta Delgada

📅 Detaillierte Monatsanalyse

Alle 12 Monate — tippe auf einen Monat zum Ausklappen. Beste Monate: Juni, Juli, August, September

Warum April?

Prime time for spotting Blue Whales and Fin Whales passing through.

Nachteile

The famous blue hydrangeas haven't bloomed yet. Sea is very cold.

🎉 Veranstaltungen

  • Tremor Festival (Music/Arts)

Preisübersicht

✈️ ✈️ Flugpreise $700 avg
🏨 🏨 Unterkunft $100/Nacht ↓15% unter Durchschnitt
👥 Touristendichte Medium

Unser Fazit

✅ Excellent month for whale enthusiasts who don't mind a mix of sun and showers.

🎯 Best Time to Visit The Azores

The optimal time to visit the Azores is between June and September. The 'four seasons in one day' weather is most stable, the famous hydrangeas bloom in June/July, and the sea is warm enough for swimming in August.

💰 Budget Guide: The Azores

Budget ($70-100/day) / Mid-range ($150-250/day) / Luxury ($350+/day). Food and activities are very affordable, but rental cars in summer can be exorbitantly expensive.

✈️ Getting to The Azores

Most international flights land at João Paulo II Airport (PDL) on São Miguel island. There are direct flights from the US (Boston/NYC) and mainland Europe (Lisbon/Porto).

✈️ Flugpreise The Azores

Durchschnittliche Hin- und Rückflugpreise. Preise werden wöchentlich aktualisiert.

$550
Jan
$550
Feb
$600
Mär
$700
Apr ←
$750
Mai
$850
Jun
$950
Jul
$950
Aug
$800
Sep
$700
Okt
$600
Nov
$650
Dez

💡 Günstigste Monate: Jan & Feb. 6-8 Wochen im Voraus buchen für beste Preise.

🔍 Flüge auf Skyscanner suchen Preise bei über 100 Airlines vergleichen

🏨 Unterkunft The Azores

Beste Gegenden und Viertel, mit durchschnittlichen Übernachtungspreisen.

📍 Ponta Delgada (São Miguel)
The capital and largest city. The best base for first-timers, offering many restaurants, tour departures, and easy airport access.
Ab $140/Nacht
Hotels suchen in Ponta Delgada (São Miguel) →
📍 Furnas (São Miguel)
Located inside a dormant volcanic crater. Stay here for lush greenery and direct access to steaming thermal hot springs.
Ab $180/Nacht
Hotels suchen in Furnas (São Miguel) →
📍 Madalena (Pico Island)
Best base on Pico. Offers views of Mount Pico (highest peak in Portugal) and easy ferry access to nearby Faial and São Jorge.
Ab $120/Nacht
Hotels suchen in Madalena (Pico Island) →
🏨 Hotels auf Booking.com finden Kostenlose Stornierung bei den meisten Zimmern

⚠️ Wichtige Reisetipps The Azores

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Book Cars 6 Months Ahead

Rental cars on the islands are strictly limited. If you wait until May to book a car for July, they will either be completely sold out or cost sequence €150/day.

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Use SpotAzores

Never drive to Sete Cidades or Lagoa do Fogo without checking the live webcams on the SpotAzores app first. The weather at sea level does not equal the weather at the craters.

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Bring an Old Swimsuit

The iron-rich, orange thermal waters in Furnas (Terra Nostra/Poça da Dona Beija) will permanently stain bright swimsuits. Bring dark or old swimwear.

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Waterproof Boots

It is going to rain on your trip. Do not bring white sneakers. Bring proper, waterproof Gore-Tex hiking boots.

🛡️ Empfohlene Reiseversicherung

Get travel insurance for peace of mind.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Visiting The Azores

What is the best month to visit The Azores?

The best months to visit The Azores are Juni, Juli, August, September. Summer (June to September) offers the most reliable weather, blooming hydrangeas, and peak whale watching. Winter brings heavy rain, fierce winds, and frequent flight cancellations.

What is the cheapest time to fly to The Azores?

The cheapest month to fly to The Azores is Januar, with average round-trip flights from $550. A miserable time for hiking or trying to see the crater lakes, which will be shrouded in fog.

How crowded is The Azores in Juli?

The Azores in Juli has very high tourist levels (score: 10/10). The best weather you can get in the Azores. You must book rental cars 6 months ahead.

What is the weather like in The Azores in April?

In April, The Azores has highs of 18°C and lows of 13°C with approximately 13 rainy days. Prime time for spotting Blue Whales and Fin Whales passing through.

Is The Azores worth visiting in April?

The Azores in April scores 7/10. Excellent month for whale enthusiasts who don't mind a mix of sun and showers.

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