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A Portuguese volcanic island in the Atlantic, about 1,000 km southwest of Lisbon. Madeira is the 'flower island' in the Atlantic with year-round mild climate, spectacular Levada walking trails, and dramatic cliff coasts. Funchal offers colorful markets and excellent Madeira wine.

What awaits you

HikingActiveCampingLocal cuisineNatureBy the sea

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Best time to visit

July–October: up to 25°C with 12h of sunshine per day.

In July–October, water temperatures reach a pleasant 25°C — perfect for swimming.

Insider tip: January, February, November — a pleasant 20°C with fewer visitors.

Mild year-round: even in winter 17°C.

Max. temperature
17°
Jan
17°
Feb
17°
Mar
19°
Apr
20°
May
21°
Jun
24°
Jul
25°
Aug
23°
Sep
23°
Oct
20°
Nov
18°
Dec
Water temperature
20°
Jan
20°
Feb
20°
Mar
20°
Apr
21°
May
22°
Jun
24°
Jul
25°
Aug
25°
Sep
24°
Oct
23°
Nov
21°
Dec
Sunshine hours
8h
Jan
9h
Feb
10h
Mar
11h
Apr
11h
May
12h
Jun
12h
Jul
12h
Aug
11h
Sep
9h
Oct
9h
Nov
7h
Dec
Rain days
12d
Jan
11d
Feb
12d
Mar
9d
Apr
11d
May
11d
Jun
4d
Jul
3d
Aug
15d
Sep
15d
Oct
8d
Nov
13d
Dec

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Madeira as a Vacation Destination

Madeira is an excellent choice for hiking trips, active holidays, camping holidays. Its coastal location offers direct access to the sea and plenty of water activities. The best time to visit is July, August, September with temperatures up to 25°C.

A rental car is recommended for exploring the surrounding area. Tent camping sites are available.

The region offers rich cultural experiences: excellent local cuisine, stunning natural landscapes. The best months for swimming are July, August, September, October with water temperatures up to 25°C.

Good to know

Price level
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Local languages
PT
Camping
Tent