How hot is Funchal in February?

You can expect very pleasant temperatures during the day. The average maximum daytime temperature lies around 19.7°C (67.46°F). This makes February the coldest month of the year. The sun will occasionally show itself with 167 hours of sunshine during the whole month.

Is Madeira hot in February?

February in Madeira is the coldest month for the island but it’s warm and sunny compared with other destinations in the UK and northern Europe. How Hot Is February In Madeira? February’s average daytime temperatures are expected to be around 16ºC with highs of 18ºC in the middle of the day and lows of 14ºC at night.

What is the coldest month in Madeira?

August is the hottest month in Madeira with an average temperature of 22.5°C (73°F) and the coldest is January at 16°C (61°F) with the most daily sunshine hours at 8 in September. The wettest month is January with an average of 108mm of rain.

Is Madeira warmer than Portugal?

Annually speaking, Madeira weather is warmer when compared to Lisbon. The difference is not that big, only 1ºC (2ºF) in fact. The real difference can be found in the number of rainy days. In Lisbon, there is 48% higher chance that it will rain than in Funchal.

Can you sunbathe in Madeira in February?

Yes, it is possible to sunbathe in Madeira in Winter. As written earlier in December, January and February, the temperatures during the day at beach level are around 19/20°C. When the sun is out, because of the low latitude of the island, it is quite warm.

What clothes to wear in Madeira in February?

From 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 rainy in February?

Rainfall. In February, in Madeira, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout February, 83mm (3.27″) of precipitation is accumulated. In Madeira, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89 days and collects up to 627.2mm (24.69″) of precipitation.

Why is Madeira so cold?

Thanks to its mountainous topography and warm ocean currents around the island, Madeira has diverse microclimates. It’s geographical location also dictates the absence of extreme hot or cold temperatures. The cooling winds that brush across the island help keep summer temperatures more comfortable.

Can you swim in Madeira in February?

Swimming in february on the beaches of Funchal is possible but the sea water is cool. So even though the sea temperature sometimes climbs to 67°F, it can also be as low as 63°F!

Is Madeira windy in February?

Wind in Madeira Island is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is December, followed by February and March.

Can you sunbathe in Madeira?

No, the sun. Although we just had the coldest winter in 15 years…the Island has a semi tropical climate. and certainly not only can you sunbathe in June…but the UV will be very high ..so put much sun block on!

Is Madeira busy in February?

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months The busiest month for tourism in Madeira Island, Portugal is January, followed by February and October.