Weather in Madeira. Actual conditions and forecast

Map of wind conditions for Madeira area

Map of Madeira temperature forecast

1. You can zoom in to Madeira using the '+' button, or check temperatures around the globe by the '-' button.
2. Besides this, you can grab the map by your mouse button and move it to see the temperature in other regions.
This temperature map is centered around Madeira. The map is real-time and interactive.

Rain forecast for Madeira area

1. Using the control panel above this map, you can check the rain forecast for Madeira for any period within next 10 days.
2. Via the top control panel, you can check the following weather parameters: Temperature, Cloud cover, Precipitation, Wind and Pressure.
This precipitation forecast map is centered around Madeira. The map is also real-time and interactive.

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More to see in Madeira

Madera is popular among tourists due to its luxurious beaches, extensive rainforest and historical sites. Travelers with children will not be bored here. In the town of Porto Moniz, they should visit the Aquario da Madeira. Here you can see all the typical marine inhabitants that live in the coastal waters of Madeira. Among the inhabitants of the aquarium are stingrays, rare species of predatory fish, miniature sharks, and a rich collection of eels and crustaceans. The aquarium is located in a very beautiful area off the coast. Next to it, there are several large natural pools for visitors. One of the most popular water parks of the island Aquaparque, is located in the city of Santa Cruz. This aquarium is also perfect for a holiday with children. It occupies an extensive territory where special pools for children and adults are represented, as well as many beautiful recreation areas. The water park encompasses a lazy river, slides of various levels of complexity, and playgrounds for the youngest children. A nice addition to the recreation will be the presence of a large café and bar, as well as a gift shop, in the water park. From the territory of the water park, you can enjoy a spectacular view of the Funchal and the coast. In Santana, fans of unusual entertainment will be able to visit Parque Tematico da Madeira. This theme park introduces visitors to the culture and traditions of the island’s indigenous people. In the park’s territory, there are a whole … Read further

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Cuisine and top restaurants

Many cooks prefer keeping to the ancient recipes while cooking meat dishes. The dishes are cooked on the open fire or just grilled. The kebab is of immense popularity among tourists. Experienced chefs use the laurel sticks instead of spits to roast the meat. One should try the grilled beef espetada being thoroughly chafed with garlic and salt. In addition to fish and meat treats the visitors of local restaurants … Open

Traditions and mentality of Madeira

The cultural life of Madeira is rich in different events. The fests and exciting events are held there almost every month. Most of the travelers prefer visiting the resort on the eve of New Year holidays. The preparation to the holidays starts in November. Daily parades and fairs, the performances of street artists and musicians, children’s performances and unforgettable pyrotechnic shows are the main … Open

Travel guide to Madeira

An important natural symbol of the island of Madeira is Mount Monte, which you can climb to the top by a cable car. Here on top of the mountain, there is a beautiful ancient palace surrounded by exotic gardens. Now this garden is perfectly designed for rest, it has many fountains and artificial reservoirs. It will be pleasant to relax in it even on the hottest day. There are also several viewing areas in the … Open

Madeira for children - what to visit

In Funchal, tourists with children should consider paying a visit to the Madeira Botanical Garden. This is one of the largest and most beautiful gardens in the island. The garden is well equipped for recreation. There are convenient paths laid out, and special bridges designed for visitors. It is very convenient to appreciate the beauties of the garden from the bridges. On the territory of the botanical garden, … Open

Shopping, streets and outlets

Nearby is the famous gift shop Zumba Wear Madeira, which sells exclusive colorful T-shirts, as well as other colorful clothes and sports shoes. The store is in high demand among young people who like eye-catching bright outfits and accessories and cannot imagine their life without sports and outdoor activities. For ordinary tourists, it'd be interesting to pick some t-shirts with funny drawings and inscriptions. … Open

Best beaches

Praia da Ribeira de Natal is notable among public beaches. Despite the fact that it's not difficult to get there, not so many locals know about it. The beach is located in Machico, close to the Natal River. The pebble beach is well equipped; there are lifeguards working there all the time. It's connected with nearby village of Canical with a beautiful promenade, which is the perfect place for an evening stroll. Many … Open

Climate in Portugal and weather forecast - best seasons for visit

The Mediterranean climate is dominant in Portugal. The ocean has a huge influence on its formation. Air masses coming from the ocean make the temperature in Portugal lower than is customary for this climatic zone. There is a high humidity in the mountainous regions. In these regions, an average of 2,000 millimeters of precipitation falls a year, whereas in the south it does not fall more than 500 millimeters. The weather in the southernmost regions of the country is hotter and drier. The climate on the island part of Portugal is mild, without exhausting heat and severe frosts. In general, the country has the largest number of sunny days throughout Europe as a whole. … Open

Atmosphere of Portugal: religion and languages

Portugal today is a republic with one official language, which is given the status of state language. We are talking about Portuguese. The last census showed that more than 200 million people in this world speak this language, thus, not only on the continent of Eurasia, but even in Africa and South America. According to its linguistic content, the Portuguese language is very similar to the Spanish language. Most likely this was due to the neighborship of Spain and Portugal. In this case, linguists consider both of the languages as the Ibero-Romance branch of the Romance languages. Grammar in these two linguistic directions is quite similar and implies the basic provisions created in the German and Arab tribes. … Open