May weather - Spring 2024 - Madeira, Portugal

Weather in May
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Average rainfall in May
Average rainfall days in May
Average daylight in May
Average sunshine in May

The seaside town of Camara de Lobos on Madeira Island, Portugal, with spring blossoms overlooking the calm sea

Weather in May

May ushers in an increasingly warm and dry spell in Madeira. Despite witnessing a mild boost in low temperatures, the overall climate stays agreeable. The consistent increase in daylight hours signifies the approach of summer. As the days grow longer and brighter, they provide an excellent setting for outdoor activities. The island's flora presents a vibrant show, echoing with the delightful contrasts of the altering climate.

Temperature

Madeira marks the onset of May with an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 21.6°C (70.9°F), subtly divergent from April's 20.6°C (69.1°F). In the month of May, Madeira's average low-temperature falls to a mild 15.6°C (60.1°F).

Rainfall

In Madeira, in May, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 29mm (1.14") of accumulated precipitation. In Madeira, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89 days and collects up to 627mm (24.69") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Madeira is 13h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 20:49. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 21:10 WEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 6.9h.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Madeira in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Madeira, Portugal, during May are 21.6°C (70.9°F) and 15.6°C (60.1°F) respectively.

How many days does it rain in May in Madeira?

In May, the rain falls for 6 days. Throughout May, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in May in Madeira?

In Madeira, the average day length in May is 13h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Madeira?

On the first day of May in Madeira, Portugal, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 20:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 21:10 WEST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Madeira?

The average sunshine duration in May is 6.9h.

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Average high temperature

20.6°C 69.1°F

21.6°C 70.9°F

23.4°C 74.1°F

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Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average temperature in May
Madeira, Portugal

Average high temperature in May: 21.6°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (26.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (19.7°C).

Average low temperature in May: 15.6°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are August and September (20°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (13.4°C).

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Average rainfall in May
Madeira, Portugal

Average rainfall in May: 28.9mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (115mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.6mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Madeira, Portugal

Average rainfall days in May: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Madeira, Portugal

Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

Average sunshine in May: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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May weather forecast
Madeira, Portugal

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