Madeira · May
Low seasonPortugal · Europe
Max Temp
21.6°C
Min Temp
16.7°C
Sunshine
6.7 h/day
Rain Days
2 days
Water Temp
19.1°C
Rainfall
13.6 mm
Humidity
67%
Avg Temp
19°C
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in June.
May in Madeira at 22°C is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are June, July, August, September, and October.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 22°C, cooling to 17°C at night (daily average: 19°C). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 2 rain days with 14 mm total. The sea is 19°C — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.
Das beste Madeira: Die Festa da Flor verwandelt Funchal in ein Blumenmeer aus Chrysanthemen und Hortensien. Die Levadas sind feucht und grün, das Wetter ideal für Wanderungen zum Pico do Arieiro auf 1.818 Metern.
Packing list for Madeira in May
- Langarmhemden und leichte Hosen
- Leichte Jacke
- Badezeug (Wasser ist noch etwas frisch)
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Madeira?
- May is not an optimal month for Madeira (Score: 85/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, September, and October.
- How warm is it in Madeira in May?
- In May, Madeira sees daily highs of 22°C. Nights cool to 17°C, with a daily average of 19°C.
- How much rain falls in Madeira in May?
- In May, Madeira receives an average of 14 mm of rain over 2 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Madeira get in May?
- Madeira averages 7 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Madeira in May?
- Water temperature in Madeira in May averages 19°C — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
