PortugalThe weather in May in Funchal
It's pleasantly warm in May in Funchal with an average temperature of 22°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 21°C to a high of 23°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 18°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Funchal. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Funchal, Madeira. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 31°C in 2020, Funchal reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 13°C to a highest value of 22°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Funchal is 21°C this month. Pleasant for a swim.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 9,3 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Funchal
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Funchal. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Funchal | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 22°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 23°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 17°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 9,3 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 3 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Funchal with warm temps, averaging around 22°C during the day and nights around 18°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 23°C, with nights around 18°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Funchal is around 23°C, while nighttime temps are about 18°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Funchal, Madeira. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Funchal
Temperature in May in Funchal over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Funchal, Madeira. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Funchal
Total precipitation in May in Funchal over the years
Daily UV index in May in Funchal
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Funchal, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Funchal by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Funchal. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.