Madeira

Madeira Weather in September

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

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Funchal Porto Santo Ponta de São Lourenço

Planning a journey to Madeira this September and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Madeira in September

September in Madeira generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) in Funchal.

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

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Porto Santo with an average of 19 mm (0.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Ponta de São Lourenço with 33 mm (1.3 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Funchal enjoys approximately 211 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 September

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 September for some of the most popular destinations in Madeira?

Temperature range in Madeira (September)

Precipitation variation in Madeira (September)

Funchal

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

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September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
211 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
12 mm (0.5 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
6 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Funchal →

Porto Santo

In September 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.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
205 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
7 mm (0.3 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
6 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Porto Santo →

Ponta de São Lourenço

In September 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 moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
211 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
14 mm (0.6 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
6 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Ponta de São Lourenço →

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In our records: Madeira September extremes

Notable September records observed across cities in Madeira in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest September day in Madeira reached 37°C (99°F) in Funchal on September 9, 1988.
  • From our sources, the wettest September day in Madeira brought 216 mm (8.5 in) in Funchal on September 19, 1986.

Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Funchal 24°C (75°F) 21°C (70°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Porto Santo 24°C (75°F) 22°C (72°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)
Ponta de São Lourenço 24°C (75°F) 21°C (70°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)

Madeira weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Madeira in September?

September in Madeira brings perfect weather. In Funchal, daytime temperatures are typically around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime lows hover near 21°C (70°F).

What is the average temperature in Madeira in September?

In Funchal, the average daytime high in September is 24°C (75°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 21°C (70°F).

Does Madeira get a lot of rain in September?

Not particularly. Funchal averages just 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain in September, making it a mostly dry month for Madeira.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Madeira?

We consider September to be one of the best times to travel to Madeira. Typically, the climate in Funchal is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Madeira is in May, June, July, August, September, October and November with generally perfect weather in Funchal.

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