Portugal, Europe
Azores in June
Long days, hydrangeas starting to bloom, and some of the best hiking conditions. The Sanjoaninas festival fills Angra do Heroismo late in the month.
The straight answer
June is one of the best months of the year to visit Azores. Long days, hydrangeas starting to bloom, and some of the best hiking conditions. The Sanjoaninas festival fills Angra do Heroismo late in the month.
- Weather
- Warm, highs near 71F (22C), mostly dry
- Crowds
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- Prices
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What June is like in Azores
June is one of the best months in the Azores. Highs near 71F (22C), mostly dry days, and long daylight hours make it great for hiking. Hydrangeas start to bloom along the roads. The Sanjoaninas festival fills Angra do Heroismo late in the month, and Holy Spirit feasts continue. Crowds and prices are rising but moderate.
This month suits families, hikers, and couples. It is a great time for island hopping as ferries ramp up, and for long days on the crater rims. If you want the warmest sea, wait until August or September.
Make the most of June
What is especially good about Azores this month.
Sanjoaninas
Angra do Heroismo's summer festival around June 24 brings parades, music, and street bullfights.
Hydrangeas begin
Blue and purple hydrangeas start lining the roads.
Top hiking weather
Dry trails and long days are ideal for crater rims and coastal walks.
What to pack for June
- Hiking shoes
- A light rain jacket
- Layers for cool evenings
- Sunscreen
Our timing tip
Book rental cars ahead, since they sell out as summer approaches.
Book Azores for June.
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- Hotels for June
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Hotels in AzoresOpens a hotel search for Azores in June, dates filled in. Book early for the best months: the good rooms go first.
- Rentals on Vrbo
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Vacation rentals in AzoresWhole homes, condos and villas. Usually the better deal for families and groups, with a kitchen and room to spread out.
- Tours and tickets
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Tours and tickets in AzoresTimed-entry tickets, day trips and guided tours in Azores for June. Popular slots sell out in the best months.
What's on in June
Holy Spirit festivals (Festas do Espirito Santo)
From Pentecost through the summer
Community feasts with free soup and bread served from small painted chapels called imperios, especially on Terceira.
Sanjoaninas
Around June 24, lasting about a week
Angra do Heroismo's summer festival with parades, music, and street bullfights (touradas a corda).
Things to do in Azores
Sete Cidades
The twin crater lakes on Sao Miguel. Check live webcams or local weather before driving up; on cloudy days you will see only fog.
Furnas and its cozido
Watch the stew pots pulled from the ground at the Furnas lake fumaroles around midday, then eat it in town and soak in the thermal pools.
Whale watching from Ponta Delgada, Pico, or Faial
Operators use land-based lookouts to find animals. Spring is peak for blue and fin whales; sperm whales are seen year-round, weather permitting.
Climbing Mount Pico
Portugal's highest mountain at about 7,700 feet (2,351 m). Climbers must register at the mountain house; summer is the practical season.
Pico's vineyards
A UNESCO World Heritage landscape of vines grown inside black lava-stone walls.
Angra do Heroismo, Terceira
A UNESCO-listed Renaissance port town with colorful facades and a strong festival culture.
Beat the crowds
- Book rental cars early for June through September. Sao Miguel regularly runs short in summer, and public transport between sights is limited.
- Check webcams for Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo each morning and go where the clouds are not. Build flexible days into your plan.
- Visit Furnas' thermal pools early or late in the day; midday tour groups crowd the smaller pools.
- Add a second or third island. Sao Miguel gets most visitors; Pico, Faial, Sao Jorge, and Flores are far quieter.
Know before you go
- The Azores do not shut down, but from about October to May inter-island ferry service is limited or suspended on many routes, so island-hopping means flying.
- Boat trips, whale watching, and swimming are weather-dependent in every month and are canceled frequently in winter.
- Hiking trails can close after heavy rain or landslides. Check the regional trail network's status before heading out.
- Some seasonal restaurants and guesthouses on the smaller islands close in winter.
Azores in June, quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Azores?
June is one of the best months of the year to visit Azores. Long days, hydrangeas starting to bloom, and some of the best hiking conditions. The Sanjoaninas festival fills Angra do Heroismo late in the month.
What is the weather like in Azores in June?
Warm, highs near 71F (22C), mostly dry.
Is Azores crowded in June?
Crowds in Azores are moderate in June; timed bookings still help at the biggest sights.
What is happening in Azores in June?
Holy Spirit festivals (Festas do Espirito Santo) (from pentecost through the summer); Sanjoaninas (around june 24, lasting about a week).
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