Climate of Madeira, Portugal
Area-weighted average across Madeira. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Madeira, a subdivision of Portugal, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 12.4°C / 54.3°F in February to 19.3°C / 66.7°F in August, with rainfall from 6 mm / 0.2 in to 109 mm / 4.3 in depending on the season (698 mm / 27.5 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12.5°C54.5°F | 98 mm3.9″ | — |
| February | 12.4°C54.3°F | 76 mm3″ | — |
| March | 12.7°C54.9°F | 72 mm2.8″ | — |
| April | 13.1°C55.6°F | 48 mm1.9″ | — |
| May | 14.4°C57.9°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 16.4°C61.5°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 18.3°C64.9°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 19.3°C66.7°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 18.9°C66°F | 53 mm2.1″ | — |
| October | 17.2°C63°F | 86 mm3.4″ | — |
| November | 15.3°C59.5°F | 94 mm3.7″ | — |
| December | 13.7°C56.7°F | 109 mm4.3″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Madeira?
The best months to visit Madeira, Portugal for sunny, dry weather are May, June, July, August. The warmest month is August at an area-wide average of 19.3°C / 66.7°F, and the driest is July with about 6 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Madeira?
Madeira, Portugal has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 12.4°C / 54.3°F in February to 19.3°C / 66.7°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 698 mm / 27.5 in, with the wettest month being December (109 mm / 4.3 in) and the driest July (6 mm / 0.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Madeira?
The hottest month in Madeira is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 19.3°C / 66.7°F.
What is the coldest month in Madeira?
The coldest month in Madeira is February, with an area-wide average temperature of 12.4°C / 54.3°F.
When does it rain most in Madeira?
The wettest month in Madeira is December, averaging about 109 mm / 4.3 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 6 mm / 0.2 in.