Madeira

Madeira Weather in October

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

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Funchal Porto Santo Ponta de São Lourenço

Planning a getaway to Madeira this October and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Madeira in October

October in Madeira generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) in Funchal.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Madeira, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Porto Santo with an average of 47 mm (1.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Ponta de São Lourenço with 67 mm (2.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Funchal enjoys about 193 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Madeira by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Madeira - and find the best time to visit. (based on Funchal)

January18°C (64°F) February18°C (64°F) March18°C (64°F) April18°C (64°F) May20°C (68°F) June22°C (72°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August24°C (75°F) September24°C (75°F) October23°C (73°F) November21°C (70°F) December19°C (66°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Madeira in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Madeira.

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 October for some of the most popular destinations in Madeira?

Temperature range in Madeira (October)

Precipitation variation in Madeira (October)

Funchal

In October Funchal generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
193 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
31 mm (1.2 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Funchal →

Porto Santo

In October Porto Santo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
185 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
19 mm (0.7 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Porto Santo →

Ponta de São Lourenço

In October Ponta de São Lourenço generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
193 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
33 mm (1.3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Ponta de São Lourenço →

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Funchal 23°C (73°F) 19°C (66°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Porto Santo 23°C (73°F) 21°C (70°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Ponta de São Lourenço 23°C (73°F) 19°C (66°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)

Madeira weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Madeira in October?

Madeira typically experiences excellent weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Funchal average around 23°C (73°F), and temperatures drop to about 19°C (66°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Madeira in October?

In Funchal, the average daytime high in October is 23°C (73°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 19°C (66°F).

Does Madeira get a lot of rain in October?

October is on the drier side in Madeira. Funchal averages only about 66 mm (2.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Madeira?

We believe that October is one of the best times to visit Madeira with overall excellent weather in Funchal. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August, September, October and November provide excellent weather in Funchal.

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