last edited Dec 11, 2019
Other practical information for the Azores
Location Map of Azores
Azores
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Luggage and equipment to bring
Pack light clothing for summer and mid-season wear for winter, plus at least one warmer layer, especially for higher altitudes. Also bring rain gear for all seasons and proper walking shoes if you plan to hike.
Communications
Phone
Internet
Post
Time difference
Local time: .
The Azores are on UTC-1. This means there is one hour less difference year-round compared to the rest of Portugal and two hours compared to France. When it is 1:00 PM in the Azores or Portugal, it is 3:00 PM in France.
Electricity
230 V (50 Hz) with mostly "French" plugs (officially types C and F), which will require an adapter for North American plugs, even though you may occasionally find US plugs (type B) in the archipelago.
Opening hours
Laundromats
Local tourist offices
Weights and measures
The archipelago uses the metric and decimal system, like France.