Madeira, PortugalQuick decision
When to visit Madeira?
🌞 Best time overall
August
🌡️ Optimal temperature
20°C–26°C in August
🌧 Least rain
10% rainy days in August
🌧 Wettest month
January (31%)
📅 Best score
9.1/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Gardens & FlowersMarch–May — Monte Palace, Botanical Garden, anthuriums in bloom.
LevadasYear-round — 2,500 km of trails along irrigation canals.
Surf & GardenNovember–March — Jardim do Mar and Paul do Mar, world-class surf spot.
Wine & FoodYear-round — Madeira DOC wine, espada, poncha.
FamilyJune–August — Seixal natural pools, Monte wicker toboggans.
BudgetNovember–March — flight + hotel more affordable than in summer.
Monthly climate data
Madeira weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 13°C | 18°C | 31% | 2.5 | 8.8h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 13°C | 18°C | 31% | 2.6 | 9.5h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 13°C | 18°C | 40% | 2.7 | 10.5h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 14°C | 19°C | 39% | 2.7 | 11.5h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 15°C | 21°C | 28% | 1.5 | 12.2h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 17°C | 22°C | 28% | 2.5 | 12.9h | 8.0/10 |
| ☀️ July | 19°C | 25°C | 12% | 0.5 | 12.8h | 9.0/10 |
| ☀️ August | 20°C | 26°C | 10% | 0.4 | 12.1h | 9.1/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 19°C | 25°C | 31% | 1.3 | 11.1h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 18°C | 24°C | 40% | 2.6 | 10.0h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 16°C | 21°C | 40% | 3.0 | 9.2h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ December | 14°C | 19°C | 35% | 2.9 | 8.4h | 7.1/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 19°C, 36% rainy days, 11.4h sunshine/day. Score: 7.4/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Excellent time
Average 24°C, 17% rainy days, 12.6h sunshine/day. Score: 8.7/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 23°C, 37% rainy days, 10.1h sunshine/day. Score: 7.6/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 18°C, 32% rainy days, 8.9h sunshine/day. Score: 7.1/10.
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Tip : January, February offer a good weather/price balance — decent score with fewer crowds.
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FAQ
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August is ideal with 10% rainy days and 26°C.
January is the wettest month with 31% rainy days.
Yes, August is the best month with an average of 26°C.
In winter, the average score is 7.1/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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