Madeira in November: weather, events and what to pack
Madeira in November: mild and changeable around 23 °C, a still-warm sea, chestnut and São Martinho festivals, and the first Christmas lights.
Funchal, averages 1991–2020. Source: IPMA; sunshine: Deutscher Wetterdienst, 1991–2020; sea temperature rounded.
November is mild and changeable: warm sunny days and heavy showers can come in the same week. It is one of the best-value months of the year, and towards the end the island starts to sparkle for Christmas.
The weather in November
Days are around 23 °C and nights around 17 °C. The sea is still about 22 °C, warmer than many people expect. With about seven rainy days on average, rain is likely at some point, usually in short, heavy spells.
Mid-month you get about 10 hours of daylight, with sunrise around 07:37 and sunset around 18:08. For today’s conditions, see our weather page and the live webcams.
Festivals and events
The chestnut festival in Curral das Freiras opens the month. On 11 November São Martinho is celebrated with new wine and roast chestnuts, especially in the Funchal parish of the same name. Some towns switch on their Christmas lights in the second half of the month; Funchal follows on 1 December. The full list of dated events for November is below, taken from our calendar.
What to do in November
- Swimming on sunny days
- Lower walks between showers
- Chestnut and new-wine festivals
- Quiet sightseeing at good prices
What to pack
- Layers, from T-shirts to a warm jumper
- A good rain jacket
- Swimwear
- Shoes with grip for wet paths
See the full packing list.
Crowds and prices
Quiet and cheap, apart from the last days before December.
Good to know
Check the forecast each evening and do outdoor plans on the dry days. Read the best time to visit Madeira to compare the months.
What’s on in November
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