Funchal, Portugal experiences average highs of 21°C (70°F) and lows of 17°C (63°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 8 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 11 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Funchal, Portugal Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Funchal, Portugal. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Feb–Sep 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
8.7/10
Best: June, July, August, September
UV Index
6
High
Temperature 21°C / 17°C
Feels Like 22°C / 17°C
Rainy Days 8
Rainfall 38 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 75%
Wind Speed 14 km/h
Dew Point 15°C
Hottest Month
26°C
August
Avg Low21°C
Rain2days
Coldest Month
14°C
February
Avg High18°C
Rain8days
Driest Month
1days
July
Avg High25°C
Avg Low20°C
Windiest Month
17 km/h
March (Gusts 50)
Sea Temperature
19°C – 25°C
Warmest water: August (
24.6°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, March, December due to less favorable weather conditions.
Sun Position
Sunrise 07:01
Daylight 14.3h
Sunset 21:18
Live conditions—
Funchal on the map · live conditions
Funchal, Portugal
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- Portugal
- City
- Funchal
- Population
- 105.8K
- Coordinates
- 32.67°, -16.93°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 19°C
Avg Low 15°C
Rain 9 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 3 days/mo
3/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 23°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 9 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 18°C
Avg Low 15°C
Rain 9 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 18°C / 15°C . Feb: 18°C / 14°C . Mar: 18°C / 14°C . Apr: 19°C / 15°C . May: 21°C / 17°C . Jun: 23°C / 19°C . Jul: 25°C / 20°C . Aug: 26°C / 21°C . Sep: 25°C / 21°C . Oct: 23°C / 20°C . Nov: 20°C / 17°C . Dec: 19°C / 16°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 46 mm. Feb: 52 mm. Mar: 56 mm. Apr: 45 mm. May: 24 mm. Jun: 29 mm. Jul: 4 mm. Aug: 7 mm. Sep: 17 mm. Oct: 54 mm. Nov: 58 mm. Dec: 59 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 77%. Feb: 77%. Mar: 76%. Apr: 76%. May: 74%. Jun: 74%. Jul: 73%. Aug: 73%. Sep: 73%. Oct: 76%. Nov: 77%. Dec: 78%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 15 km/h . Feb: 15 km/h . Mar: 17 km/h . Apr: 15 km/h . May: 14 km/h . Jun: 13 km/h . Jul: 13 km/h . Aug: 13 km/h . Sep: 12 km/h . Oct: 13 km/h . Nov: 14 km/h . Dec: 15 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 9h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 12h. May: 12h. Jun: 13h. Jul: 13h. Aug: 12h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 9h. Dec: 8h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperatureswim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 20°C . Feb: 20°C . Mar: 19°C . Apr: 20°C . May: 21°C . Jun: 22°C . Jul: 24°C . Aug: 25°C . Sep: 24°C . Oct: 24°C . Nov: 23°C . Dec: 21°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 4. Feb: UV 5. Mar: UV 6. Apr: UV 7. May: UV 7. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 6. Oct: UV 5. Nov: UV 4. Dec: UV 3.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 19 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Aug 2025 · 26°C | Aug · 26°C |
| Coldest month | Mar 2025 · 14°C | Feb · 14°C |
| Wettest month | Mar 2025 · 135 mm | Dec · 59 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 21 km/h | Mar · 17 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February
Good March
Good April
Good May
Excellent June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Excellent October
Excellent November
Excellent December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°C / 15°C | 17°C / 14°C | 9days (46 mm) Wet | 8.6h Good | 77% Humid | 3.8 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| February | 18°C / 14°C | 17°C / 13°C | 8days (52 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 77% Humid | 5 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| March | 18°C / 14°C | 17°C / 13°C | 11days (56 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 76% Humid | 6 High | Good | View Details |
| April | 19°C / 15°C | 19°C / 14°C | 10days (45 mm) Wet | 11.5h Excellent | 76% Humid | 7.2 Very High | Good | View Details |
| May | 21°C / 17°C | 22°C / 16°C | 7days (24 mm) Good | 12.4h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 7.1 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 23°C / 19°C | 25°C / 19°C | 6days (29 mm) Good | 12.9h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 7.3 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 25°C / 20°C | 28°C / 21°C | 1days (4 mm) Excellent | 12.9h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 26°C / 21°C | 29°C / 23°C | 2days (7 mm) Excellent | 12.2h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 7.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 25°C / 21°C | 27°C / 22°C | 6days (17 mm) Good | 11.2h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 6.2 High | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 23°C / 20°C | 24°C / 20°C | 11days (54 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 76% Humid | 5.2 High | Excellent | View Details |
| November | 20°C / 17°C | 20°C / 17°C | 10days (58 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 77% Humid | 4.1 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| December | 19°C / 16°C | 18°C / 15°C | 10days (59 mm) Wet | 8.3h Good | 78% Humid | 3.2 Moderate | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Funchal are June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Funchal, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Funchal is August, with average daytime highs of 26°C (79°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Funchal is February, with average overnight lows of 14°C (58°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Funchal is December, averaging 59mm of precipitation across 10 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Funchal runs through March, October, April, November, with the heaviest rainfall in March. Based on 10-year averages for Funchal.
Funchal receives approximately 129 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 13 hours. Based on climate data for Funchal.
The least favorable months to visit Funchal are January, February, March, December, primarily due to less favorable weather conditions. For the best conditions, consider June, July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Funchal is 6, classified as high. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Funchal is 75%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes — sea temperatures in June, July, August, September, October, November average 24°C (75°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Funchal are 14 km/h (9 mph). The windiest month is March with peak winds reaching 17 km/h (10 mph) (gusts up to 50 km/h / 31 mph).
Funchal averages 3 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 56%. The clearest skies occur in August.
The annual average dew point in Funchal is 15°C (59°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Funchal has a Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate, classified as Csa under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Funchal ranges from 17°C (63°F) to 22°C (72°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Funchal. It earns a climate score of 9.6/10 with Excellent.
For June in Funchal, pack Umbrella, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sunglasses, Comfortable walking shoes. With average highs of 23°C (73°F) and 6 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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