Monthly climate guide
Madeira weather in May
May in Madeira is typically mild, with average daytime highs around 20°C (67°F) and night-time lows near 17°C (63°F). The month usually brings about 19 mm of rain (very dry) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as April and 2°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- Good walking weather for combining Porto Moniz and Funchal Old Town in one day.
- Madeira is usually about 3°C cooler than Coimbra in May.
- Days and nights are close, only about 3°C apart.
- May brings late spring to Madeira.
Avg high
20°C
67°F
Avg low
17°C
63°F
Rainfall
19 mm
very dry
Humidity
77%
relative
Sky
48%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Madeira weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°C / 64°F | 16°C / 60°F | 22 mm | 77% | 51% |
| February | 17°C / 63°F | 15°C / 59°F | 25 mm | 76% | 50% |
| March | 18°C / 64°F | 15°C / 59°F | 26 mm | 77% | 50% |
| April | 18°C / 65°F | 16°C / 61°F | 23 mm | 76% | 48% |
| May | 20°C / 67°F | 17°C / 63°F | 19 mm | 77% | 48% |
| June | 22°C / 71°F | 19°C / 66°F | 6 mm | 78% | 43% |
| July | 23°C / 73°F | 20°C / 69°F | 5 mm | 78% | 41% |
| August | 24°C / 75°F | 21°C / 71°F | 8 mm | 78% | 34% |
| September | 24°C / 75°F | 22°C / 71°F | 14 mm | 76% | 38% |
| October | 23°C / 73°F | 20°C / 69°F | 43 mm | 77% | 45% |
| November | 20°C / 68°F | 18°C / 65°F | 46 mm | 76% | 51% |
| December | 19°C / 65°F | 17°C / 62°F | 39 mm | 78% | 52% |
What to pack for May
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
Is May a good time to visit Madeira?
Our Madeira guide recommends: Year-round; spring and autumn are especially pleasant for hiking.
Weather varies a lot across the island: the south around Funchal is usually sunnier than the north.
Best time to visit Madeira →Other Portugal cities in May
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Madeira in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Madeira?
May is a reasonable time for Madeira: highs around 20°C and about 19 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Madeira in May?
Average highs are about 20°C (67°F) and average lows about 17°C (63°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Madeira in May?
Madeira typically gets around 19 mm of rain in May — very dry.
When is the best time to visit Madeira?
Year-round; spring and autumn are especially pleasant for hiking.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Madeira (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.