Madeira weather

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Below are the temperatures expected today at popular destinations in Madeira. Select a destination to compare today's forecast with average weather conditions.

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The weather guide for Madeira shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by MeteoBlue. Find out more about our data sources.

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When is it hottest in Madeira?

The hottest time of year in Funchal, Madeira is normally August. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 23°C.

What is the wettest month in Madeira?

In terms of rainfall, January usually gets the most rainfall in Funchal, Madeira with 112mm on average. In January there are normally 12 days with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Madeira?

The sunniest time of year in Funchal, Madeira is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 59% of daylight hours; that's 8 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Madeira?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Funchal, Madeira in September when the water temperature reaches 24°C.

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Compare Madeira weather with the USA

Below the Madeira weather chart shows average maximum daytime temperature for Madeira (Funchal) and the USA (Washington).

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Madeira weather overview

The Madeira group of islands are an integral part of Portugal and lie around 720 kilometres (450 miles) off the coast of Morocco.

The main island of Madeira is mountainous and volcanic, and indulges in Mediterranean climate tempered by the seas which surround it.

You will rarely feel uncomfortably hot or unpleasantly cold on Madeira but expect to be rained on in the winter months, especially on higher ground.

North coast of Madeira, Portugal © Anilah - Fotolia.com

On this island, the weather can change dramatically the higher up you go, so you can progress from bright sunshine on the coast to chilly fog and heavy rain within the course of a morning.