Weather for Porto in September is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +23°C during the day, and approximately 12 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 9 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in September around 55 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+23°C
Avg. max. temperature
+7°C
Min.
+36°C
Max.
55 mm
Total precipitation
77%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
12 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Porto has good weather in September.
Average temperature in Porto in September
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Porto for September based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in September is +23°C with a maximum of +31°C and a minimum of +11°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 40% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +23°C to +31°C.
Is Porto warm or cold in September?
Porto is typically warm in September.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +24°C to +23°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +17°C to +16°C.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
September is one of the warmest months in Porto, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Porto in September
Water in Porto in September is Fresh. It varies from +17°C to +20°C, with an average of +18°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +23°C.
The water temperature in September is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Porto are reached in September, when the average sea temperature rises to +18°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +14°C.
Can you swim in Porto in September?
Water temperature (+18°C) in Porto in September might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Porto in September
Porto weather looks like this, on average, in September and the surrounding months.
August
September
October
Avg. temperature
+24°C
+23°C
+20°C
Min. temperature
+10°C
+7°C
+3°C
Max. temperature
+38°C
+36°C
+32°C
Rainfall
18 mm
55 mm
145 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+18°C
+18°C
+18°C
Humidity
77%
77%
78%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1016 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
14
12
10
Cloudy days
11
8
6
Rainy days
5
9
14
Snowy days
0
0
0
September weather is still as good as in August.It’s getting colder in September. From +24°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +23°C.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 18 mm to 55 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 77%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during September, staying around 2 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 14 sunny days in August to 12 in September.
Next month (October) brings a further decline in the weather.
Wind speed in Porto in September based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Porto is gradually decreasing during September, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during September in Porto based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in September is about 127 mm, with a 47% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 33 mm, which is moderate rain.September is a pretty wet month with over 14 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how September is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Porto wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 50% chance of precipitation and 151 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 19% chance of precipitation and 14 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last September in Porto?
This is the weather in Porto in September 2023:
1 September
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+23°C
2 September
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+23°C
3 September
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+23°C
4 September
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+24°C
5 September
🌧️
+24°C
6 September
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+26°C
7 September
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+24°C
8 September
☀️
+26°C
9 September
🌧️
+23°C
10 September
☀️
+23°C
11 September
🌫️
+22°C
12 September
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+22°C
13 September
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+27°C
14 September
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+28°C
15 September
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+23°C
16 September
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+22°C
17 September
🌧️
+20°C
18 September
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+21°C
19 September
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+21°C
20 September
🌧️
+21°C
21 September
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+19°C
22 September
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+20°C
23 September
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+22°C
24 September
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+24°C
25 September
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+23°C
26 September
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+23°C
27 September
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+23°C
28 September
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+23°C
29 September
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+26°C
30 September
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+31°C
In September 2023 Porto had 21 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +23°C, with an absolute maximum of +31°C and a minimum of +19°C. The average humidity was 84%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 56%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in September?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Porto climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Porto in September has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+17°C) and the highest in 2022 (+20°C). The driest year was 2007 with only 565 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 1854 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Porto in September:
Is September a good time to visit Porto?
September is a really good time to go to Porto. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Porto.
Can you sunbathe in Porto in September?
September is warm in Porto. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Porto in September?
In general, you can swim in Porto in September, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +18°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Porto rainy in September?
Porto is often rainy in September. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Porto in September?
The amount of sunny days in Porto during September varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
Other cities in Portugal
Check out the weather for other cities in Portugal.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Porto, 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.