Month guide · Madeira · Portugal
Madeira in April
What April is really like in Madeira: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
April is one of the best months to visit Madeira. Expect average highs of 20°C (68°F), lows of 14°C (57°F), about 4 rainy days and roughly 13 hours of daylight. Flowers everywhere and Easter crowds; the Flower Festival usually starts after Easter.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 20°C (68°F) / 14°C (57°F)
- Rainy days
- About 4
- Daylight
- About 13 hours
- Sea temperature
- 18°C (64°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in April
April is the 9th-warmest month in Madeira: days average 20°C (68°F) against a yearly average high of 22°C (72°F), and nights fall to about 14°C (57°F). Rain falls on roughly 4 of its 30 days. Compared with March (20°C (68°F)), April is about as warm; by May highs climb to around 22°C (72°F).
- Sunrise (15 April)
- About 07:38
- Sunset (15 April)
- About 20:37
- Daylight
- About 13 hours
- Sea
- 18°C (64°F)
Spring (March–May). Flowers, green mountains and dry, sunny days in May; the Flower Festival makes Funchal busy around April or May.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, April rates 4 for crowds (the peak is August at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in August). Book accommodation early: April is one of the pricier months.
Events in April
- Madeira Flower Festival — flower carpets and parade in Funchal (usually April or May)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in April
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Museum · Funchal
CR7 Museum
Cristiano Ronaldo was born in Funchal, and his museum by the marina displays his trophies, awards and memorabilia; a bronze statue of him stands outside.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Low cost
- Kids
- Rainy day
Waterfront · Câmara de Lobos
Câmara de Lobos harbour
Try a freshly made poncha in one of the small bars by the harbour, where it is mixed with a wooden stirrer called a caralhinho.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Photo spot
- Food
- History
Historic site · Santana
Santana traditional houses
Santana, on the green north coast, preserves the triangular thatched A-frame houses once common in rural Madeira, painted white with red doors and blue trim.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Architecture
- Kids
- Photo spot
Experience · Monte
Monte cable car and toboggan ride
Ride the cable car up early in the day, then take the toboggan; taxis and buses wait at the bottom for the trip back to Funchal.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- Views
- Kids
- Couples
What to pack
For highs near 20°C, lows near 14°C and 4 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; comfortable walking shoes.
Is April a good time to visit Madeira?
One of the best months to visit Madeira, with a notable event on the calendar. The other best months are May–June and September–October. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is April a good time to visit Madeira?
It is one of the best months to visit Madeira. Flowers everywhere and Easter crowds; the Flower Festival usually starts after Easter.
+How warm is Madeira in April?
Average highs are around 20°C (68°F) and lows around 14°C (57°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Madeira in April?
Expect rain on about 4 days of the month, so it is usually dry.