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Ponta Delgada in July: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Ponta Delgada in July will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Ponta Delgada, based on historical data.
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July

Weather in Ponta Delgada in July 2025

Good Weather
Warm
☁️
Cloudy
🌊
Comfortable water
Planning a trip to Ponta Delgada in July? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +23°C and approximately 4 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 8 rainy days and 13 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+23°C
Avg. max. temperature
+15°C
Min.
+27°C
Max.
13 mm
Total precipitation
80%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
4 ☀️
Sunny Days
19 ⛅️
Cloudy
8 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Ponta Delgada has good weather in July.

Average temperature in Ponta Delgada in July

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Ponta Delgada for July based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +25°C during the day to a minimum of +19°C during the night, the temperature in July averages around +22°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 67% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +21°C to +25°C.

Is Ponta Delgada warm or cold in July?

Ponta Delgada is typically warm in July.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +20°C to +23°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +18°C to +20°C.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

July is one of the warmest months in Ponta Delgada, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Ponta Delgada in July

Water in Ponta Delgada in July is Comfortable. It varies from +20°C to +23°C, with an average of +22°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +23°C.

The water temperature in July is one of the warmest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Ponta Delgada are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +23°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +16°C.

Can you swim in Ponta Delgada in July?

The water in Ponta Delgada in July is pretty comfortable (+22°C in average). Ideal for swimming, especially in outdoor pools and open water. Suitable for recreational and casual swimmers.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Don’t forget a large beach towel or two for drying off.

Climate in Ponta Delgada in July

Ponta Delgada weather looks like this, on average, in July and the surrounding months.
JuneJulyAugust
Avg. temperature
+20°C+23°C+24°C
Min. temperature
+12°C+15°C+17°C
Max. temperature
+24°C+27°C+28°C
Rainfall
31 mm13 mm29 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+20°C+22°C+23°C
Humidity
81%80%79%
Air pressure
1022 HPa1023 HPa1021 HPa
Sunny days
345
Cloudy days
181914
Rainy days
9812
Snowy days
000

July often has better weather than June. It’s getting warmer as July arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +20°C to +23°C during the day. As July arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 31 mm to 13 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 81% to 80%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during July, staying around 3 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in July, from 3 to 4.

August brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Ponta Delgada in July based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Ponta Delgada is gradually increasing during July, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during July in Ponta Delgada based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 16% chance of rain on an average day in July, with total rainfall of approximately 14 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 6 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 5 rainy days during July, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how July is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Ponta Delgada wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 61% chance of precipitation and 136 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 26% chance of precipitation and 13 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last July in Ponta Delgada?

This is the weather in Ponta Delgada in July 2023:
1 July
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+21°C
2 July
☀️
+21°C
3 July
☁️
+21°C
4 July
☁️
+21°C
5 July
☁️
+21°C
6 July
☀️
+21°C
7 July
🌧️
+22°C
8 July
☀️
+21°C
9 July
☀️
+22°C
10 July
☁️
+22°C
11 July
🌧️
+22°C
12 July
☁️
+23°C
13 July
🌧️
+22°C
14 July
☁️
+21°C
15 July
☀️
+22°C
16 July
☁️
+22°C
17 July
☁️
+21°C
18 July
☀️
+22°C
19 July
☀️
+22°C
20 July
☀️
+22°C
21 July
☀️
+22°C
22 July
☁️
+22°C
23 July
☁️
+23°C
24 July
☁️
+23°C
25 July
☁️
+23°C
26 July
☀️
+23°C
27 July
☁️
+23°C
28 July
☁️
+24°C
29 July
☀️
+23°C
30 July
☀️
+23°C
31 July
☀️
+25°C
In July 2023 Ponta Delgada had 13 sunny days, 15 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +22°C, with an absolute maximum of +25°C and a minimum of +21°C. The average humidity was 82%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 64%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Ponta Delgada climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Ponta Delgada in July has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+18°C) and the highest in 1998 (+20°C). The driest year was 1984 with only 426 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 1852 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Ponta Delgada in July:

Is July a good time to visit Ponta Delgada?

July is a really good time to go to Ponta Delgada. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Ponta Delgada.

Can you sunbathe in Ponta Delgada in July?

July is warm in Ponta Delgada. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in Ponta Delgada in July?

Yes, the water temperature in Ponta Delgada in July is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +22°C.

Is Ponta Delgada rainy in July?

Ponta Delgada is usually dry in July. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Ponta Delgada in July?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Ponta Delgada in July, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Ponta Delgada

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Ponta Delgada, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.