December 4 is generally a great time to visit Funchal. While there is a slight chance of rain (21%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 17°C weather. As it's peak season for Funchal, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for Funchal
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
Portuguese
Driving
Right side
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.301
Funchal Weather Forecast for December 4
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 17.3°C. 21% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Funchal in December
Based on historical data for December 4, Funchal typically experiences temperatures between 13.9°C and 17.3°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (21% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Funchal
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
17.3°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
13.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
17.3°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
21%
Avg 1.3mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
68%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1021.7 hPa
Medium volatility
Funchal Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 96% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
13.4°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Portugal
Flight Traffic
High
88/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~72
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Funchal
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:55
☀️ Noon
12:59
🌇 Sunset
18:02
⏱️ Daylight
10h 7m
Wind Speed
14.6 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
7.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
78%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Funchal
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
High pressure may reduce activity.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
Atlantic Hurricane Risk
Season: Jun - Nov
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Funchal on December 4 averages 17.3°C with a 21% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 92/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Funchal Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 7
17.6°C • 16% rain
Score
94
December 8
17.6°C • 15% rain
Score
94
December 9
17.7°C • 17% rain
Score
94
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Funchal Worth Visiting on December 4?
Planning a trip to Funchal on December 4? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 17.3°C with a 21% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 72 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Portugal, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 4 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 19.2°C in 2016, while the coldest dropped to 10.8°C in 2025.