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Madeira weather The climate of MadeiraIs similar to that found around the Mediterranean or in coastal California, but the ocean waters moderate the temperature so that the island never suffers extremes of heat or cold.The winter months are quite wet, particularly at higher levels, and stormy and cloudy conditions may last for a few days at a time. There are also spells of fine, settled weather in winter, with mild to cool temperatures. There is little cloudy weather from May until September but occasional light rain may fall and fog can occur. In general the island has a sunny climate with an average of five to six hours sunshine a day in winter and as much as seven to eight in summer. Days can be cloudy and cool as late as April at sea level and for much longer in the mountains. |
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 Madeira: If you’re looking for a holiday Island retreat that is only a few hours from the UK, then a holiday to Madeira is the perfect destination for you. There are few sand beaches on this green volcanic island, just rock pools and pebbly beaches but the Madeira scenery is spectacular. There’s a superb 15th century cathedral at Funchal and of course trips around the island.
 Madeira weather - Thursday: white cloud, Max Temp: 24°C (75°F), Min Temp: 18°C (64°F)
For the fishermen Madeira has superb deep-sea fishing available, as is the scuba diving on some spectacular wrecks and reefs.
There are also a couple of Championship Golf Courses both 18 hole, plus plentiful tennis and squash for the active amongst you. FunchalFunchal has no beaches, but is located in a natural rock amphitheatre that rises from the harbour and gently up the hillside slopes. Definitely the centre of Madeiran activity, Funchal has all the amenities you'd expect from a friendly and cosmopolitan resort (boutiques, markets, restaurants, cafes and bars), but with none of the tacky tourist traps you may find in Portugal's livelier holiday resorts.CanicoA relaxing stay awaits at Canico, where the Old Town is a tree-lined main square surrounded by a cluster of sleepy atmospheric streets, while the newer part of town stands on the cliff-tops with commanding views over the sea.MachicoMachico was the first point of landing back in 1419 and, although Funchal became the capital, Machico still holds a special place in the islanders' hearts. Its beautiful beach offers excellent swimming and sunbathing, whilst the two forts bear witness to long-forgotten battles with pirate invaders.Eating out:Local specialities include fish cooked with banana and meat grilled over al wood fire. There are also plentiful local wines and the dark moist Madeira cake that's named after the island. Three course meals are £10, a bottle of wine £4, five litres of water £2 and beers are a £1.Nightlife:Nightlife is very low key and mainly based around the hotels and local bars, plus the island's casino for the Gambler in you.Shopping:Locally produced woodcarvings and of course the local wines.Day Trips:There’s the superb 15th century cathedral at Funchal and of course trips around the island to Explore. If you have time, explore the canals built to cultivate the dry half of the islandTourist office in Madeira Main language/s Portuguese To dial from Madeira call 00 To call to Madeira dial 351 Emergency phone number/sPolice, Fire and Ambulance: 112 British Embassy: (1) 392 4000 / 392 4160 US Embassy: (1) 727 3300 Lost travellers cheques: Thomas Cook: 0505-44-9095 Lost credit cards: VISA: 0800-8-11-824 Mastercard: 0800-8-11-272 Electricity supply 220v, 50HzMadeira weather and special offer travel deals |