Madeira Islands Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Madeira Islands, Portugal in January.

Planning a trip to the Madeira Islands, Portugal this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in the Madeira Islands in January

The Madeira Islands, Portugal is a region in Portugal. January in the Madeira Islands generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) in Funchal.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Vila Baleira with an average of 38 mm (1.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Paul do Mar with 66 mm (2.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Funchal receives about 161 hours of sunlight in January, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore the Madeira Islands by month

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

Best Places to Visit in the Madeira Islands in January

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

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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 the Madeira Islands

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in the Madeira Islands, Portugal?

Temperature range in the Madeira Islands (January)

Precipitation variation in the Madeira Islands (January)

Funchal

In January Funchal generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
161 hours
167 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
52 mm (2 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Caniço

In January Caniço generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
161 hours
167 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
51 mm (2 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Calheta

In January Calheta generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
161 hours
167 hours
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Arco da Calheta

In January Arco da Calheta generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
161 hours
167 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Porto Santo

In January Porto Santo generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
133 hours
135 hours
134 hours
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Madeira Islands, in Portugal.

In our records: Portugal January extremes

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

  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Portugal was -3°C (27°F) in Castelo Mendo on January 10, 2010.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Madeira Islands in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Funchal 18°C (64°F) 15°C (59°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Porto Santo 19°C (66°F) 16°C (61°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Caniço 18°C (64°F) 15°C (59°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Calheta 18°C (64°F) 15°C (59°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Arco da Calheta 18°C (64°F) 14°C (57°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Machico 18°C (64°F) 15°C (59°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)

The Madeira Islands weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Madeira Islands, Portugal in January?

Expect pleasant weather across the Madeira Islands, Portugal in January. The popular destination of Funchal averages 18°C (64°F) by day and 15°C (59°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the Madeira Islands, Portugal in January?

Average temperatures in the Madeira Islands, Portugal during January range from a nighttime low near 15°C (59°F) to a daytime high around 18°C (64°F) in Funchal.

Does the Madeira Islands, Portugal get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in the Madeira Islands, Portugal. Funchal averages only about 52 mm (2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit the Madeira Islands, Portugal?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Funchal, January may not be the ideal time to visit the Madeira Islands, Portugal.

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

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