Madeira

Madeira Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Madeira in August.

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Funchal Porto Santo Ponta de São Lourenço

Are you planning a trip a to Madeira in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Madeira in August

August in Madeira generally has warm temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) in Funchal. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Madeira.

For specific regional insights in Madeira, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Porto Santo with an average of 7 mm (0.3 in) to low rainfall in Ponta de São Lourenço with 14 mm (0.6 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Funchal sees close to 238 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Madeira in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Madeira

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Madeira?

Temperature range in Madeira (August)

Precipitation variation in Madeira (August)

Funchal

In August Funchal generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
238 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
10 mm (0.4 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Funchal →

Porto Santo

In August Porto Santo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
242 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
7.7 mm (0.3 in)
7 mm (0.3 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Porto Santo →

Ponta de São Lourenço

In August Ponta de São Lourenço generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
238 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
12 mm (0.5 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Ponta de São Lourenço →

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Madeira in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Funchal 24°C (75°F) 21°C (70°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Porto Santo 24°C (75°F) 22°C (72°F) 7 mm (0.3 in)
Ponta de São Lourenço 24°C (75°F) 21°C (70°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)

Madeira weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Madeira in August?

Madeira typically experiences perfect weather in August, part of the season. Daytime highs in Funchal average around 24°C (75°F), and temperatures drop to about 21°C (70°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Madeira in August?

Daytime temperatures in Funchal peak at roughly 24°C (75°F) in August, dropping to about 21°C (70°F) overnight.

Does Madeira get a lot of rain in August?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Madeira during August, with Funchal averaging close to 12 mm (0.5 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit Madeira?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Madeira with overall perfect weather in Funchal. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August, September, October and November offering mostly perfect weather in Funchal.

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