Madeira
A volcanic island of levada trails cut along the hillsides for irrigation and now walked for the views, sub-tropical gardens, and cliffs that fall straight into the Atlantic.
The best time to visit Madeira is Any month, when typical daytime highs reach about 24°C (75°F). Local time there is 17:44 (UTC+1).
Good for
In season
The year at a glance
January · high 64°F · rain 3.8in · 10.2h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Funchal, this page’s gateway
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°C64°F | 96mm3.8in | 10.2h10.2h | in the recommended window |
| February | 18°C65°F | 68mm2.7in | 11.0h11.0h | in the recommended window |
| March | 18°C65°F | 69mm2.7in | 11.9h11.9h | in the recommended window |
| April | 19°C67°F | 63mm2.5in | 12.9h12.9h | in the recommended window |
| May | 21°C70°F | 40mm1.6in | 13.8h13.8h | in the recommended window |
| June | 22°C72°F | 104mm4.1in | 14.3h14.3h | in the recommended window |
| July | 24°C75°F | 19mm0.7in | 14.1h14.1h | in the recommended window |
| August | 26°C78°F | 25mm1.0in | 13.3h13.3h | in the recommended window |
| September | 25°C76°F | 59mm2.3in | 12.3h12.3h | in the recommended window |
| October | 24°C75°F | 65mm2.6in | 11.3h11.3h | in the recommended window |
| November | 21°C70°F | 89mm3.5in | 10.4h10.4h | in the recommended window |
| December | 20°C67°F | 111mm4.4in | 10.0h10.0h | in the recommended window |
Good to know
- Currency
- EUR
- Language
- Portuguese
- Driving
- on the right
United States: Type A, B at home, you will need an adapter. 230 V there, 120 V at home: check your charger says 100-240 V.
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When is the best time to visit Madeira?
The best time to visit Madeira is Any month, when typical daytime highs reach about 24°C (75°F).
How warm does Madeira get?
Typical daytime highs in Madeira are Mar–May 20°C (67°F), Jun–Aug 24°C (75°F), Sep–Nov 23°C (74°F), Dec–Feb 19°C (65°F).
Is Madeira expensive?
On the ground, Madeira is mid-range.
What sort of trip is Madeira good for?
Madeira is good for landscape doing the heavy lifting, moving about and doing things, the once-in-a-lifetime sort of thing, sunshine and salt water.