Is Madeira nice in winter?

Madeira has a lot to offer all year round. Specifically for Winter, you should expect: Its climate is referred to as an “Eternal Spring” with temperatures around 19 to 20°C during the day and 13 to 14° during the night (at water level) Sea temperature around 17°C to 19°C.



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Madeira is the perfect winter sun holiday destination – the weather is fantastic all year round, so the island isn't any less lively. The main difference you'll notice is the lack of crowds!

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Absolutely. If you are looking to escape the cold of Winter, enjoy some warmth and stunning landscapes, traveling to Madeira is an excellent idea. However, understand that it is not a tropical destination – many beaches have rocks, not sand, and temperatures are more Spring-like warm than hot.

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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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If you're looking for winter sun you won't have much trouble finding it in Madeira. In December, January and February daytime temperatures can be 20°C in the lower parts of the island below what's called the 'banana line', where it's best for cultivating, er, bananas.

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In December Madeira has an average rainfall of around 81mm (three inches) which is spread out amongst 16 rainy days.

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The north side of the island takes all the punishment. The trade winds travel down the Atlantic and hit the north coast brining with them rain and cool air. The high mountains act as a barrier to the more densely populated, “sunnier” side of the island, the south side.

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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 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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Which place is cheaper, Madeira Islands or Santa Cruz de Tenerife? These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. The average daily cost (per person) in Santa Cruz de Tenerife is €126, while the average daily cost in Madeira Islands is €95.

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The Canary Islands are probably a safer bet if your top priority is hot weather but that of course can't be guaranteed and the weather in Madeira is generally good too. Madeira is much more beautiful though with lots of things to do. As you enjoyed the Azores, I can see no reason why you wouldn't also love Madeira.

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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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Average weather in Madeira
  • May. 19°C. Avg. Rain: 6mm.
  • Jun. 21°C. Avg. Rain: 0mm.
  • Jul. 23°C. Avg. Rain: 1mm.
  • Aug. 24°C. Avg. Rain: 1mm.
  • Sep. 23°C. Avg. Rain: 5mm.
  • Oct. 22°C. Avg. Rain: 31mm.
  • Nov. 20°C. Avg. Rain: 25mm.
  • Dec. 19°C. Avg. Rain: 18mm.


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True, Malta perhaps has the edge in terms of historical drama and Madeira has an altogether grander, rawer feel to its scenery, but neither of these edge-of-Europe getaways are going to leave you feeling short-changed.

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Climate-wise, Madeira is warmer and less wet/rainy. In the Azores, you'll get every season in a single day. You probably won't like that so much. In Madeira, because of the micro-climates, it'll probably always be sunny somewhere on the island - and you can always just go above the clouds.

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Which place is cheaper, Madeira Islands or Gran Canaria? These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. The average daily cost (per person) in Gran Canaria is €125, while the average daily cost in Madeira Islands is €95.

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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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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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