Is Madeira a good Christmas holiday?

Madeira is a popular destination for Christmas. It is a big even with festivities, decorations, delicious food… Temperatures are sea level are very pleasant, around 19/20°C during the day. Water temperature is lower (around 17°C), so it is not the best time for swimming but it is still possible to enjoy a swim.



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From 1st December 2023 to 7th January 2024 Madeira is an amazing destination all year, but if you are looking for a special place to celebrate Christmas, visit Madeira. The traditions of this island, the climate, the local gastronomy and the main events of this festivity, will surely surprise you.

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From the second half of December until Christmas eve, Madeirans get up at the crack of dawn to participate in the masses honoring Our Lady. After mass, in the church square, people share sandwiches of “carne de vinha d'alhos” (pork in wine and garlic), homemade liquors, songs and joy of the Christmas spirit.

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Is It Hot In Madeira In December? The average temperature for the island falls from 18°C on December 1st to 17°C by December 31st. Daily highs range from 20°C to 19°C and the lows are from 16°C to 15°C.

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Madeira is a popular destination for Christmas. It is a big even with festivities, decorations, delicious food… Temperatures are sea level are very pleasant, around 19/20°C during the day. Water temperature is lower (around 17°C), so it is not the best time for swimming but it is still possible to enjoy a swim.

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Where is the warmest place in Europe for a winter holiday? The hottest place in Europe in December is probably the Canary Islands. For a warm winter holiday in Europe, the Canary Islands in Spain offer a haven of sunshine and warmth.

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The windiest month is December, followed by February and March.

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While most destinations experience plummeting temperatures and far too chilly conditions during winter months, the weather in Madeira offers mostly sunny skies and pleasant temperatures year-round, with the average temperatures hovering around 20 degrees Celsius during December and January in particular.

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The average standard of living tends to be a bit lower than in mainland Portugal, and the local autonomous government gives generous subsidies coming from the tourist industry revenues and from the Portuguese national budget. Go where the locals go and everything will be cheap.

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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 17 C.

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There are many restaurants open on Christmas Day. Never ever had a problem finding somewhere to eat over the whole Christmas/New Year period, although on Christmas Eve some restaurants that are open may close early in the evening to allow their staff to enjoy an evening with their family.

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Madeira in general isn't an expensive place to live. Housing, transport, and food are quite affordable for expats staying in Madeira longer term.

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The southwest is the place to be for more guaranteed sun; Ribeira Brava, Ponta do Sol and Calheta boast the best climates on the island followed by Funchal, Camera de lobos and Machico.

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Given the island's privileged location, Whale Watching in Madeira is a year-round activity and you can also take advantage of this tranquil boat trip to take a relaxing dip in the always pleasant and inviting waters off our coast. Embark on a whale-watching adventure in Madeira and collect unique memories!

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A warmer winter Madeiran winters are usually very pleasant: in December and January, Funchal enjoys five times as much sunshine hours than London. Daytime temperatures hover just under 20C: mild enough to swim in the sea or a heated outdoor pool, though there's always the possibility of rain.

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