Weather in Madeira in June

How June compares

June is the 4th warmest month of the year in Madeira and ranks 125th of 134 destinations we compare for June - see where else is hot in June. Within Portugal it is 12th of 13 (Portugal in June). Against London's average high of 19.6°C in June, Madeira is 2.9°C warmer by day and 6.6°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in June

The typical June day in Madeira peaks at 22.5°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 24.8°C or more. Roughly 1 in 12 days top 25°C and 1 in 500 pass 30°C. Nights average 17.9°C; one night in ten drops to 16.0°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest June day here reached 30.4°C (2012-06-26) and the coldest night 12.5°C (2019-06-15).

Rain in June

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 4 days with 1 mm or more, 17 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest June was 2020 with 148 mm, the driest 1991 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 75%.

Sea temperature in June

The sea averages 20.9°C - bracing (18-22°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 20.3°C to 21.7°C. For the warmest sea here, come in September (23.7°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 7.6 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 14.1 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:00 and sets about 21:17 local time in mid-June. Average cloud cover is 47%.

Is June a good time to visit Madeira?

It is a reasonable choice: warm days. The best months for Madeira on our scoring are July, August, September; months averaging 25°C or more: Aug.

Warm rather than hot

Madeira in June suits travellers who prefer gentle warmth to a hot summer holiday. Days reach 25°C only 8% of the time, so do not book expecting that level of heat throughout your stay. Light clothes should be comfortable during the day, while a jumper or light jacket makes sense for evenings: the coldest 10% of nights fall to 16°C or below. Humidity averages 75%, which can make the air feel a little clammy even when temperatures are moderate. Keep strenuous plans flexible around midday, but the overall picture is warmth you can spend time in, rather than heat you need to avoid.

Plenty of daylight, with some rain

June offers about 7.6 hours of sunshine within 14.1 hours of daylight, giving you a long window for outdoor plans without promising clear skies all day. There are about 4 rainy days across the month, so rain is a possibility to prepare for rather than a reason to rule June out. Pack a light waterproof and leave room to rearrange outdoor activities if a wet spell arrives. The monthly pattern is fairly dry, but it cannot guarantee a dry stay. If your ideal holiday needs uninterrupted sunshine, that is the catch; if you can work around occasional showers, June looks a sensible choice.

The sea is the main compromise

The sea averages 20.9°C, with a year-to-year range of 20°C to 22°C, so swimming is likely to feel bracing rather than comfortably warm. That may suit you if you enjoy a refreshing dip, but it is a drawback if you like lingering in the water. Plan for a layer to put on afterwards rather than assuming warm air will make every swim comfortable. June works better as a mixed outdoor holiday with swimming as an option than as a trip built around warm water. July, August and September are the better-rated months overall, though that does not guarantee conditions for any particular stay.