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Funchal in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Funchal in August and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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August

Weather in Funchal in August 2024

Great Weather
Warm
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Cloudy
August is an ideal time to visit Funchal if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +24°C and about 13 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 5 mm of precipitation over an average of 1 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+24°C
Avg. max. temperature
+17°C
Min.
+37°C
Max.
5 mm
Total precipitation
69%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
13 ☀️
Sunny Days
17 ⛅️
Cloudy
1 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Funchal has great weather in August.

Average temperature in Funchal in August

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Funchal for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in August is +25°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +29°C during the day and a minimum of +17°C at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 17% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +27°C to +25°C.

Is Funchal warm or cold in August?

Funchal is typically warm in August.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +23°C to +24°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +19°C to +20°C.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

August is one of the warmest months in Funchal, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Funchal in August

Funchal weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+23°C+24°C+24°C
Min. temperature
+17°C+17°C+16°C
Max. temperature
+34°C+37°C+31°C
Rainfall
4 mm5 mm25 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Humidity
69%69%69%
Air pressure
1019 HPa1018 HPa1017 HPa
Sunny days
14138
Cloudy days
171719
Rainy days
013
Snowy days
000

August weather is still as great as in July. It’s getting warmer as August arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +23°C to +24°C during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 4 mm to 5 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 69%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 3 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 14 sunny days in July to 13 in August.

Next month (September) brings a further decline in the weather.

Wind

Wind speed in Funchal in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Funchal is gradually increasing during August, going from 5 m/s to 6 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Funchal based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 19% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 24 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 7 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 6 rainy days during August, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Funchal wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 19% chance of precipitation and 91 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 4 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last August in Funchal?

This is the weather in Funchal in August 2023:
1 August
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+27°C
2 August
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+27°C
3 August
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+26°C
4 August
☀️
+26°C
5 August
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+26°C
6 August
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+25°C
7 August
☀️
+26°C
8 August
☀️
+25°C
9 August
☀️
+24°C
10 August
☀️
+23°C
11 August
☀️
+24°C
12 August
☀️
+25°C
13 August
☀️
+25°C
14 August
☀️
+26°C
15 August
☀️
+26°C
16 August
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+25°C
17 August
☁️
+24°C
18 August
☁️
+23°C
19 August
☁️
+24°C
20 August
☀️
+26°C
21 August
☀️
+29°C
22 August
☀️
+28°C
23 August
☁️
+25°C
24 August
☁️
+24°C
25 August
☀️
+25°C
26 August
☁️
+24°C
27 August
☀️
+24°C
28 August
☁️
+22°C
29 August
🌧️
+24°C
30 August
☀️
+25°C
31 August
☁️
+25°C
In August 2023 Funchal had 19 sunny days, 11 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +25°C, with an absolute maximum of +29°C and a minimum of +22°C. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 91% and a minimum of 22%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Funchal climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Funchal in August has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 2018 (+25°C) and the highest in 1990 (+31°C). The driest year was 2003 with only 0 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2010 with 0 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Funchal in August:

Is August a good time to visit Funchal?

Yes, August is a great time to go to Funchal, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Funchal.

Can you sunbathe in Funchal in August?

August is warm in Funchal. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Funchal rainy in August?

Funchal is usually dry in August. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Funchal in August?

The amount of sunny days in Funchal during August varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Portugal

Check out the weather for other cities in Portugal.

Monthly weather in Funchal

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Funchal, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.