Portugal (Azores) — Best time to dive

Diving in Portugal (Azores) in August

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August is one of the best months for liveaboard diving in Portugal (Azores). Conditions are at their peak with great visibility, calm seas and prime marine life encounters.

Season rating
Peak season
Water temperature
2224°C
Conditions in
August

What you might see

Manta rays Whale sharks Calm seaTop visibility

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Frequently asked questions

Is August a good month to dive in Portugal (Azores)?

August in Portugal (Azores) is rated as peak season. Water temperatures are around 22–24°C and conditions are usually suitable for liveaboard trips.

What can you see diving in Portugal (Azores) in August?

In August, divers in Portugal (Azores) typically encounter the marine life highlighted on this page, with seasonal aggregations depending on currents, plankton blooms and breeding cycles.

Should I book a Portugal (Azores) liveaboard for August or wait?

If you want this month's specific marine life and conditions, book early — peak departures fill up months ahead. If you are flexible, compare July and September which often share similar conditions.

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