Is April a good month to visit Madeira?

The best time to go to Madeira may well be the spring. During March, April and May and especially towards the end of the season you're looking at shorts and T-shirt weather, though there is the risk of heavy rain now and again. The foliage you will pass while walking is especially vivid in spring.



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Amazing and stable weather denotes April through November as the best time to visit Madeira. April to mid-June is known for price cuts and moderate crowds. This period can offer you unforgettable hiking among lush green vegetation, and you can join famous Madeira Flower Festival.

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The average high is 19ºC in April, which is perfectly warm enough for you to relax on the beach or by the pool. You should bring some warmer clothes for the evenings though as it can get quite cool once the sun goes down. The sea temperature is 18ºC, while humidity's low.

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The waves make it easier to get into the water. So you can swim all year round in Madeira if you are not cold.

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Amazing and stable weather denotes April through November as the best time to visit Madeira. April to mid-June is known for price cuts and moderate crowds. This period can offer you unforgettable hiking among lush green vegetation, and you can join famous Madeira Flower Festival.

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Famous for it's year-round warmth and sunshine – choosing the best time to visit Madeira all depends on the type of holiday you're looking for… Let's start at the beginning of the year – January through to March is the coolest time of the year, but it's also the quietest and the cheapest.

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Madeira weather April Madeira's off the northwest coast of Africa and has a subtropical climate. You'll find that temperatures are nice and pleasant in April, with plenty of sun and only a little rain.

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Though marine life is present year-round, it's said that the best time to see whales in Madeira is between April and September/October. This is because there are usually more species around at this time due to both resident and migratory species being present.

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It's pretty mild at this time of year, but it's a good idea to bring along a jumper or light jacket for the evenings. The average daily maximum is 20 C and the average daily minimum is 15 C.

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Shorts, t-shirts and camisoles are perfectly acceptable; team with a sunhat, sunglasses and beach bag for a perfect daytime look. Jeans are very popular everywhere but in the hottest months may be too uncomfortable; opt instead for lightweight natural fabrics.

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The rainy season is between November and February, during which time rolling clouds and frequent rainstorms are typical. Most days during this time will have at least one rainstorm passing through. The months between May and August are the driest of the year.

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Madeira is a pretty small island, and so luckily you don't need very long to see all of the incredible things that this destination has to offer. If you're looking to experience the must-dos then a short four-day break would be fine. However, a week is the perfect amount of time to really make the most of the island.

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Madeira is renowned for its landscapes, lore—and its legendary wine, which graced the tables of America's Founding Fathers.

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I highly recommend going if you love nature, if you enjoy great food, a warm culture and breathtaking views at every turn. I stayed in the main Funchal, away from the tourist area. I didn't go to Madeira to be surrounded by other tourists taking photos of this or that.

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Many Madeiran people swim in the sea all year round, and anyway the temperature never gets as cold as even the UK's summer sea temperatures! So, yes, it is perfectly possible to swim in the sea in April in Madeira, although the sea won't be at its warmest then - that's probably about September/October.

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So you can swim all year round in Madeira if you are not cold. If you want to sunbathe and swim, the months of May to September are obviously the best. The island of Porto Santo and its 7 km long beach should interest you, even if the influence of tourists is impressive in high season!

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Madeira's west coast is considered the sunniest part of the island. It's an area widely sought after by those who love the sea and nature, but also Madeira's century-old traditions.

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ELECTRICITY AND WATER The electric current in the archipelago is 220 volts. There is plenty of water in Madeira and it is all drinkable and of excellent quality.

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Vaccines and Medicines
  • Chickenpox (Varicella)
  • Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis.
  • Flu (influenza)
  • Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR)
  • Polio.
  • Shingles.


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