Verdict: Tough month
Madeira Weather in December
December is properly cold in Madeira, with highs of only 9°C (48°F). It's also the wet side of the calendar: rain falls on about 20 days, so build flexibility into plans. If your dates are flexible, most travelers will have a better time in Madeira outside December.
Average high
9°C / 48°F
Average low
5°C / 41°F
Rain days
~20
Precipitation
185 mm
What to pack for Madeira in December
- A proper warm jacket, and a hat for mornings
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 20 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
December against the rest of the year
Warmest in Madeira: Aug (16°C / 61°F) · Coolest: Jan (9°C / 48°F) · Wettest: Dec (~20 rain days)
9°
4°
Jan
9°
4°
Feb
9°
4°
Mar
10°
4°
Apr
11°
6°
May
12°
7°
Jun
15°
9°
Jul
16°
10°
Aug
15°
9°
Sep
14°
9°
Oct
11°
6°
Nov
9°
5°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)