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The weather guide for Madeira (Santa Cruz) 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 the best time to go to Santa Cruz?

The best time to go to Santa Cruz is July and August based on the following average weather conditions.

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Max Day Temperature (°C)

  • 19°C maximum daytime temperature in January in Santa Cruz19
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  • 18°C maximum daytime temperature in February in Santa Cruz18
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  • 19°C maximum daytime temperature in March in Santa Cruz19
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  • 19°C maximum daytime temperature in April in Santa Cruz19
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  • 21°C maximum daytime temperature in May in Santa Cruz21
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  • 22°C maximum daytime temperature in June in Santa Cruz22
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  • 24°C maximum daytime temperature in July in Santa Cruz24
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  • 25°C maximum daytime temperature in August in Santa Cruz25
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  • 25°C maximum daytime temperature in September in Santa Cruz25
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  • 24°C maximum daytime temperature in October in Santa Cruz24
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  • 22°C maximum daytime temperature in November in Santa Cruz22
    Nov
  • 19°C maximum daytime temperature in December in Santa Cruz19
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Which is the hottest month in Santa Cruz?

The hottest time of year in Santa Cruz is normally August. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 25°C with low heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Santa Cruz?

In terms of rainfall, January is usually the wettest month in Santa Cruz with 96mm on average. There are normally 20 days in January with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Santa Cruz?

The sunniest time of year in Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Santa Cruz in September when the water temperature reaches 23°C.

Compare Santa Cruz weather with the USA

Below the Santa Cruz weather chart shows average maximum daytime temperature for Santa Cruz, Madeira, Portugal and the USA (Washington).

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