2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Funchal in January

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

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Climate Overview

January is a good time to visit Funchal. Funchal has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 17°C, lows of 11°C, and approximately 4 rainy days per month.

Avg High

17°C

Avg Low

11°C

Rainy days

4days

Daylight

10.2h

Is January a good time to visit Funchal?

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

Daylight

Sunrise

8:11 AM

Sunset

6:24 PM

Live January Forecast

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Forecast for your trip dates

Up to 16 days ahead
Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 17°C 11°C 4 Good
February 18°C 13°C 7 Good
March 17°C 12°C 15 Wet
April 18°C 13°C 17 Excellent (best)
May 21°C 14°C 6 Excellent (best)
June 21°C 16°C 14 Excellent (best)
July 24°C 18°C 0 Excellent (best)
August 26°C 19°C 2 Good
September 24°C 18°C 10 Excellent (best)
October 22°C 17°C 11 Excellent (best)
November 19°C 14°C 14 Wet
December 17°C 12°C 12 Good

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for January

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Warm
Travel Context Great for outdoor dining and evening strolls.

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Common Questions

Is January a good time to visit Funchal? +

January is typically Good for visiting Funchal, with average highs of 17°C and around 4 rainy days.

What should I pack for Funchal in January? +

With highs of 17°C and lows of 11°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Funchal in January? +

Funchal typically sees around 4 rainy days in January.

How many hours of daylight are there in Funchal in January? +

In January, Funchal gets approximately 10.2 hours of daylight per day.

Is January peak season in Funchal? +

No, January is not peak season in Funchal. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Funchal? +

The best months to visit Funchal are April, May, June, July, September, October, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Atlantic/Madeira)

Last Updated: January 2026

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January

17° / 11°
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