Madeira travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Madeira with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Madeira.

Madeira travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Madeira with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Madeira - quick facts
Flight time 4 hours
Time difference UK +0 hours
Language(s) Portuguese
Currency Euro
Electricity C + F plug (230V)
Driving side Right

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✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.

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Madeira weather

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °C
15°C maximum daytime temperature in January in Funchal15
15°C maximum daytime temperature in February in Funchal15
16°C maximum daytime temperature in March in Funchal16
16°C maximum daytime temperature in April in Funchal16
18°C maximum daytime temperature in May in Funchal18
20°C maximum daytime temperature in June in Funchal20
22°C maximum daytime temperature in July in Funchal22
23°C maximum daytime temperature in August in Funchal23
23°C maximum daytime temperature in September in Funchal23
21°C maximum daytime temperature in October in Funchal21
18°C maximum daytime temperature in November in Funchal18
16°C maximum daytime temperature in December in Funchal16
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
12 days with some rainfall in January in Funchal12
11 days with some rainfall in February in Funchal11
10 days with some rainfall in March in Funchal10
9 days with some rainfall in April in Funchal9
6 days with some rainfall in May in Funchal6
5 days with some rainfall in June in Funchal5
2 days with some rainfall in July in Funchal2
3 days with some rainfall in August in Funchal3
6 days with some rainfall in September in Funchal6
10 days with some rainfall in October in Funchal10
11 days with some rainfall in November in Funchal11
12 days with some rainfall in December in Funchal12
Sea temperature °C
18°C sea temperature in January in Funchal18
18°C sea temperature in February in Funchal18
18°C sea temperature in March in Funchal18
18°C sea temperature in April in Funchal18
19°C sea temperature in May in Funchal19
21°C sea temperature in June in Funchal21
22°C sea temperature in July in Funchal22
23°C sea temperature in August in Funchal23
24°C sea temperature in September in Funchal24
23°C sea temperature in October in Funchal23
21°C sea temperature in November in Funchal21
20°C sea temperature in December in Funchal20

The Madeira weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Funchal.

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Madeira travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Madeira from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Madeira.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Madeira travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Madeira with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Madeira, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Madeira covid live updates

Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Madeira with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.

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Madeira FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Madeira including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Are there entry restrictions to Madeira due to Covid-19?

Madeira is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for Madeira.

Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Madeira?

You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Madeira. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.

What is the flight time to Madeira from the UK?

The flight time to Madeira from the UK is typically 4 hours.

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What is the time difference between Madeira and the UK?

The time difference between Madeira and the UK is UK time+0 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Madeira?

The main language spoken in Madeira is Portuguese.

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What is the currency in Madeira?

The currency in Madeira is the Euro (EUR).

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Which plugs are used in Madeira?

Madeira uses electrical plug type C + F (230 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Madeira?

They drive on the right side of the road in Madeira.

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