Is Funchal always cloudy?
Capacete can be literally translated to peaked cap. This is the reason why June is always cloudy in Madeira. There is still sufficient sunshine but a layer of cloud covers the Funchal area and other nearby places. The umbrella of clouds goes down from the mountains in the morning and goes back in the afternoon.
Is Funchal hot in December?
The average temperature in Funchal in December is a mild 18°C, peaking at 20°C and dipping to 15°C after dark. Although it can be t-shirt weather during the daytime, you’ll need warmer layers for evenings out in the city.
How hot is Funchal in January?
around 62°F
January Weather in Funchal Portugal. Daily high temperatures are around 62°F, rarely falling below 58°F or exceeding 67°F. Daily low temperatures are around 55°F, rarely falling below 51°F or exceeding 59°F.
Can you get a tan in Madeira?
You can actually get a tan at most times of the year but obviously there are usually longer periods of sun between April and September. Whenever you visit Madeira you will need a high factor suncream because being nearere the equator, the sun is much stronger than you will be used to.
Can you sunbathe in Madeira in January?
I go to madeira in jan every year you can sunbathe if you get really good weather but dont bank on it it is madeiras winter as well. the weather you can get it can be very nice sunny and quite warm i have got 70degress or so sometimes.
Is Madeira hotter than Algarve?
Sun worshippers will be glad to know that the Algarve is both generally warmer and has over 1,000 hours of extra sun per year than Madeira. It’s one of the warmest places in all of Southern Europe, in fact.
Is there a ferry from Portugal to Madeira?
The ferry from Portugal to Madeira is a great solution for all tourists who would like to take their own car or a motorbike to Madeira, large groups, families, and everyone scared of flying. 2 or 4-person cabins are a great option, but these are sold out very quickly.