May 21 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Funchal. With minimal rain risk (14%) and pleasant highs of 20°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. You'll enjoy Funchal with reasonable crowd levels and competitive accommodation options.
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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 21
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 19.5°C. 14% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Funchal in May
Based on historical data for May 21, Funchal typically experiences temperatures between 14.5°C and 19.5°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (14% 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
19.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
14.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
19.5°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
14%
Avg 0.5mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
56%
Overcast
Pressure
1020.9 hPa
Low volatility
Funchal Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 100% 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 - 20:00
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
14.7°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
06:06
☀️ Noon
13:05
🌇 Sunset
20:04
⏱️ Daylight
13h 57m
Wind Speed
13 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
12.1 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
74%
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
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
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 May 21 averages 19.5°C with a 14% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— 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
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📍 Is Funchal Worth Visiting on May 21?
Planning a trip to Funchal on May 21? 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 19.5°C with a 14% 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 21 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 23.1°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to 11.1°C in 2024.