May Rainfall and Precipitation in The Madeira Islands

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in the Madeira Islands, Portugal in May.

The Madeira Islands, Portugal, a region in Portugal, experiences precipitation in May ranging from low in Vila Baleira (16 mm (0.6 in)) to moderate in Ponta Delgada (35 mm (1.4 in)).

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

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

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The Madeira Islands precipitation in May: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does the Madeira Islands, Portugal receive in May?

In May, Funchal typically receives modest rainfall, around 24 mm (0.9 in), making this a relatively dry month.

How many days does it rain in the Madeira Islands, Portugal in May?

Rainfall in Funchal typically falls on roughly 6 days days in May.

Is May part of the rainy season in the Madeira Islands, Portugal?

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

What is the wettest city in May in the Madeira Islands, Portugal?

Ponta Delgada is the wettest city in the Madeira Islands, Portugal in May according to our database, with average rainfall of around 35 mm (1.4 in).

What is the driest city in May in the Madeira Islands, Portugal?

In our records, Vila Baleira stands out as the driest city in the Madeira Islands, Portugal for May, averaging just 16 mm (0.6 in).

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