May Rainfall and Precipitation in Madeira

Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across Madeira in May.

Madeira experiences in May precipitation ranging from a low 16 mm (0.6 in) in Porto Santo to a low 25 mm (1 in) in Ponta de São Lourenço.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation

Temperatures Precipitation

Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

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).

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in May: blue is cold, red is hot.

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in May: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Madeira precipitation in May: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Madeira receive in May?

Funchal sees moderate rainfall in May, averaging around 24 mm (0.9 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.

How many days does it rain in Madeira in May?

On average, Funchal has about 6 days days of rain in May.

Is May part of the rainy season in Madeira?

Not really. May is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Madeira.

What is the wettest city in May in Madeira?

Based on our records, Ponta de São Lourenço receives the most rainfall in Madeira in May, averaging about 25 mm (1 in).

What is the driest city in May in Madeira?

In our records, Porto Santo stands out as the driest city in Madeira for May, averaging just 16 mm (0.6 in).

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