Madeira Islands Weather in September

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

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Funchal Porto Santo Caniço Calheta

Planning a journey to the Madeira Islands, Portugal 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 the Madeira Islands in September

The Madeira Islands, Portugal is a region in Portugal. September in the Madeira Islands 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 the Madeira Islands, Portugal, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Vila Baleira with an average of 18 mm (0.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Porto da Cruz with 34 mm (1.3 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in September. Funchal typically receives 211 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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)

January18°C (64°F) February18°C (64°F) March18°C (64°F) April18°C (64°F) May20°C (68°F) This monthJune22°C (72°F) July23°C (73°F) August24°C (75°F) September24°C (75°F) October23°C (73°F) November21°C (70°F) December19°C (66°F)
Best Time to Visit the Madeira Islands →

Best Places to Visit in the Madeira Islands in September

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

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 the Madeira Islands

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

Temperature range in the Madeira Islands (September)

Precipitation variation in the Madeira Islands (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.

« 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
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 →

Caniço

In September Caniço generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
211 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
11 mm (0.4 in)
30 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 Caniço →

Calheta

In September Calheta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
211 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
6.7 mm (0.3 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
6 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Calheta →

Arco da Calheta

In September Arco da Calheta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
211 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
7.4 mm (0.3 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
7 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Arco da Calheta →

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 →

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

In our records: Portugal September extremes

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

  • From our sources, the wettest September day in Portugal brought 300 mm (12 in) in Santa Maria Island on September 22, 1982.

Popular cities in September

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Madeira Islands 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)
Caniço 24°C (75°F) 20°C (68°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Calheta 24°C (75°F) 20°C (68°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Arco da Calheta 24°C (75°F) 20°C (68°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Machico 24°C (75°F) 20°C (68°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)

The Madeira Islands weather in September: frequently asked questions

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

September in the Madeira Islands, Portugal 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 the Madeira Islands, Portugal in September?

Average temperatures in the Madeira Islands, Portugal during September range from a nighttime low near 21°C (70°F) to a daytime high around 24°C (75°F) in Funchal.

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

September is on the drier side in the Madeira Islands, Portugal. Funchal averages only about 31 mm (1.2 in), with most days staying dry.

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

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

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

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in the Madeira Islands.

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