When To Go To Madeira?

What is the best month to go to Madeira?

The best time to go to Madeira for warm weather and comfortable temperatures is in spring or autumn. It’s still very warm and you’ll have at least nine hours of beautiful sunshine to enjoy per day.

Is Madeira expensive to visit?

Madeira isn’t expensive at all, you can find low cost accommodations and also low cost places to eat all around the island (avoid touristic areas in Funchal, there are more expensive). For 10 days stay and if you love Nature and Trekking i advise you to make some Walks on the Levadas, Jeep Tours and also Canyoning.

How many days do you need to visit Madeira?

Yes, you can see the most beautiful/popular places in Madeira in just a week, but hands down, you will be rushing. If you can, I would recommend you to stay at least 10 days! And if you have three weeks, then fine, take it slowly and soak all the relaxing vibes in!

What is the coldest month in Madeira?

In Funchal, the average temperature of the coldest month ( February ) is of 16.6 °C (62 °F), that of the warmest months (August, September) is of 23.2 °C (74 °F).

Why is Madeira Airport dangerous?

The runway is supported by 180 columns, each about 70 meters tall. A voiceover explains that the location of Madeira Airport is subject to “heavy turbulence, wind changes” and is “sheer close to the ground due to the surrounding hills,” thus making it “one of the most dangerous” runways in the world.

Is Madeira a winter destination?

Long stay winter holidays Madeira 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.

Is Madeira expensive to eat out?

In Madeira, you will find something for every budget. In most restaurants, prices range between 10 and 20 EUR per dish/ per person, excluding drinks. In addition to expensive and moderate restaurants in hotels and touristic places, you will also find smaller and cheaper restaurants and bars, where locals eat.

How much money do I need for a week in Madeira?

So, a trip to Madeira Islands for two people for one week costs on average €1,067 ($1,267). All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget. A vacation to Madeira Islands for one week usually costs around €534 for one person.

Is Madeira cheaper than Portugal?

3. Re: Is Madeira expensive? Continental Portuguese find prices in Madeira similar to theirs and some things are even cheaper. It’s a good place for a budget holiday, if you avoid luxury hotels and fancy restaurants.

What is there to do in Madeira for a week?

7-Day Madeira Itinerary: How to See Madeira in One Week

• Day 1 – Explore Funchal.
• Day 2 – Hiking in the Valley of Nuns.
• Day 3 (Road-trip) – Levada Walk​
• Day 4 (Road-trip) – Driving Around Madeira.
• Day 5 – Hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo.
• About the Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo Trail​
• Day 6 – Day Trip to Christo Rei​

Is Madeira a touristy?

Yes, Madeira is a popular destination and indeed some of the main tourist attractions can get quite busy. But for the biggest part, Madeira is still very quiet and undiscovered.

Is there a ferry from Portugal to Madeira?

There is currently just the 1 ferry route running between Madeira Islands and Portugal operated by 1 ferry company – Porto Santo Line. The Funchal to Porto Santo ferry crossing operates weekly with a scheduled sailing duration from about 2 hours 30 minutes.

Is Madeira warmer than Portugal?

The distance between Funchal, Madeira and Portugal’s capital, Lisbon, is approximately 973km (605 miles) and both have a hot climate, even though it gets windier in Madeira. There are, however, more rainy days in Lisbon than in Funchal, Madeira. Annually speaking, Madeira weather is warmer when compared to Lisbon.

Can you swim in the sea in Madeira?

”Reis Magos” beach is located in the southeast of the island, in Caniço de Baixo. Once again Madeira Island provides good water quality and clean sea waters by the blue flag that stands on this beach. Normally, in the summer, the average water temperature is 21ºC, which allows you to swim for a long while.

Which part of Madeira has the best weather?

ON THE SOUTH COAST Close to probably the prettiest village in Madeira, Jardim do Mar, the southwestern corner of the island is well-known to be the sunniest and warmest, so it comes as no surprise to find here so many beautiful and luxurious villas.