☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 20°C
It's mild at 20°C — warm enough for sightseeing but you may want a light layer for evenings. Madeira in May has an average air temperature of 20°C with sea temperatures around 19°C. You can expect 7 hours of sunshine per day and 15mm of rainfall, which means minimal rainfall — mostly dry and sunny.
The sea is 19°C — refreshing but swimmable, especially on sunny days. With 7 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Pack light layers, a jumper for evenings, comfortable walking shoes, and a rain jacket.
Madeira offers mild weather in May — great for culture and sightseeing. The average flight time from the UK is comfortable and there are usually good deals available for this time of year.
Here's how Madeira stacks up against similar destinations in May:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madeira | 20°C | 19°C | 15mm | 7h |
| Alicante | 20°C | 19°C | 25mm | 10h |
| Amalfi Coast | 20°C | 19°C | 30mm | 9h |
| Cape Town | 20°C | 16°C | 60mm | 7h |
| Dubrovnik | 20°C | 19°C | 50mm | 9h |
| Hvar | 20°C | 19°C | 35mm | 9h |
See how Madeira's temperature changes throughout the year:
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Yes, Madeira in May has average temperatures of 20°C, making it a warm destination. Sea temperatures are 19°C.
The sea at 19°C is refreshing but swimmable.
Pack light layers, a jumper for evenings, comfortable walking shoes, and a rain jacket.
May is decent for visiting Madeira — not too hot, good for sightseeing.
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