May 8 is generally a great time to visit Funchal. While there is a slight chance of rain (22%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 19°C weather. Moderate travel demand makes this an excellent time for a balanced Funchal experience.
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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 May 8
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 19.2°C. 22% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Funchal in May
Based on historical data for May 8, Funchal typically experiences temperatures between 14.2°C and 19.2°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (22% 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
19.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
14.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
19.2°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
22%
Avg 1.1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
58%
Overcast
Pressure
1018.7 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 99% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 14 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 21 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 35 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
15.1°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
Moderate
56/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~46
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Funchal
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:15
☀️ Noon
13:05
🌇 Sunset
19:55
⏱️ Daylight
13h 39m
Wind Speed
13.8 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
11.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
77%
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.
Moderate fish activity expected.
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 May 8 averages 19.2°C with a 22% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 96/100."
— 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
May 12
19.4°C • 13% rain
Score
100
May 13
19.5°C • 10% rain
Score
100
May 14
19.6°C • 10% rain
Score
100
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📍 Is Funchal Worth Visiting on May 8?
Planning a trip to Funchal on May 8? 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 19.2°C with a 22% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 46 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 May 8 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 23.5°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to 11.6°C in 2018.