Island, Portugal
Madeira weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Madeira
Temperatures stay mild all year. Hiking is best May–Oct; Apr–May has the Flower Festival; Dec–Jan is rainy and busy for New Year.
Madeira weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan16°37 mm
- Feb16°45 mm
- Mar16°44 mm
- Apr17°29 mm
- May18°20 mm
- Jun20°10 mm
- Jul22°5 mm
- Aug23°8 mm
- Sep23°21 mm
- Oct22°41 mm
- Nov19°51 mm
- Dec18°53 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C62°F | 15°C58°F | 37 mm | 78% | Cool |
| February | 16°C61°F | 14°C57°F | 45 mm | 77% | Cool |
| March | 16°C62°F | 14°C58°F | 44 mm | 78% | Cool |
| April | 17°C63°F | 15°C59°F | 29 mm | 77% | Cool |
| May | 18°C65°F | 16°C61°F | 20 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| June | 20°C69°F | 18°C64°F | 10 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| July | 22°C72°F | 19°C67°F | 5 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| August | 23°C73°F | 20°C69°F | 8 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| September | 23°C73°F | 20°C69°F | 21 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| October | 22°C71°F | 19°C67°F | 41 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| November | 19°C66°F | 17°C63°F | 51 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| December | 18°C64°F | 16°C60°F | 53 mm | 78% | Cool |
Best months across Portugal
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Lisbon | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (23°C) |
| Porto | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (24°C) |
| Algarve | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| Madeira | May–Jul, Sep–Oct | Aug (23°C) |
| Sintra | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (24°C) |
| Lagos | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (24°C) |
| Albufeira | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| Cascais | May–Jul, Sep–Oct | Aug (23°C) |
| Azores | Jun–Sep | Aug (24°C) |
| Faro | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| Ericeira | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (24°C) |
| Coimbra | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (34°C) |
| Douro Valley | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Aug (34°C) |
| Évora | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (34°C) |
| Braga | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (31°C) |
| Aveiro | May–Jul, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Nazaré | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (22°C) |
| Silver Coast | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (22°C) |
| Tavira | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Madeira?
May–Jul, Sep–Oct. Temperatures stay mild all year. Hiking is best May–Oct; Apr–May has the Flower Festival; Dec–Jan is rainy and busy for New Year.
When is the rainy season in Madeira?
Rain peaks in December with about 53 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Madeira?
August, with average highs of 23°C (73°F).
How cold does Madeira get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 14°C (57°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.