Funchal in August
8.8out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 24°C. Very dry: about 2 rainy days.
24°CAvg high
19°CAvg low
2Rainy days (7 mm)
13:12 hDaylight
07:36Sunrise · 20:48 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 24°C
- Very dry: about 2 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in August is fairly consistent from year to year (2.4 days). Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C | 13°C | 51 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.9 |
| February | 15°C | 12°C | 53 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.0 |
| March | 16°C | 12°C | 56 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.8 |
| April | 17°C | 13°C | 47 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.1 |
| May | 19°C | 14°C | 28 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.5 |
| June | 21°C | 16°C | 13 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.5 |
| July | 23°C | 18°C | 4 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.9 |
| August | 24°C | 19°C | 7 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
| September | 23°C | 19°C | 25 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.1 |
| October | 21°C | 17°C | 69 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.3 |
| November | 18°C | 15°C | 64 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.0 |
| December | 17°C | 14°C | 83 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.8 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Funchal in August?
Daytime highs average 24°C and nights about 19°C.
When is the best time to visit Funchal?
The best months are July, August, June.