Hear this out loudPauseLong stay winter holidaysMadeira 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! Plus, of course, it's cheaper to visit Madeira in the winter than the summer.
What should I pack for Madeira in January?
Hear this out loudPauseFrom November through December, January, February and into March it can be cool and wet, so pack a lightweight raincoat and small travel umbrella. Dressing in layers will help you with the temperature changes. Heavy downpours are common in the afternoons – you can almost set your watch by them.
Is Madeira windy in January?
Hear this out loudPauseHow windy is Madeira in January? An average wind scale that can be expected in Madeira in January is 5.
How wet is Madeira in January?
Hear this out loudPauseThe average sea temperature's 19ºC, while humidity's low and rainfall's normally 108mm over 13 rainy days. You can expect ten hours of daylight with five hours of sunshine each day, while UV levels will be moderate and sunset's around 6.30pm.
Is Madeira quiet in January?
Hear this out loudPauseLet'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. If you're looking for a great deal, temperatures around 18-20⁰C and your pick of the island's hotels, these are the ideal months for you.
Is it possible to swim in Madeira in January?
Is Funchal warm in January?
Hear this out loudPauseIn January, the average temperature in Funchal is 16ºC, reaching highs of 18ºC in the hottest part of the day.
Can you see whales in Madeira in January?
Hear this out loudPauseWhale and dolphin watching is possible in Madeira year-round, thanks to resident cetacean populations and good sea conditions. However, the best season for whale-watching tends to be from spring to autumn.
What is the weather like in Madeira in January and February?
Hear this out loudPauseIf 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.
How hot is Madeira in January?
Hear this out loudPauseIt'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 19 C and the average daily minimum is 15 C.
Does it rain a lot in Madeira in January?
Hear this out loudPauseOff the northwest coast of Africa, Madeira enjoys a subtropical climate and warm weather all year round. A Portuguese archipelago that's closer to Africa than mainland Portugal, January's the wettest month of the year but you'll still get lots of winter sun if you plan your Madeira holidays at this time.
Can you sunbathe in Madeira in February?
Hear this out loudPauseMadeira has a subtropical climate thanks to its location off the northwest coast of Africa, with the Portuguese archipelago great for winter sun. February's one of the wettest months of the year but there's less rain than January and you'll get plenty of warm and sunny weather.