May 26 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Funchal. With minimal rain risk (9%) and pleasant highs of 20°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. 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 26
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 20.2°C. 9% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Funchal in May
Based on historical data for May 26, Funchal typically experiences temperatures between 15.1°C and 20.2°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (9% 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
20.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
15.1°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
20.2°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
9%
Avg 0.5mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
52%
Overcast
Pressure
1020.5 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 81% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30+ required, seek shade
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 20:00
Type I-II
🔴 13 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 20 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 33 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
15.4°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
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
06:04
☀️ Noon
13:06
🌇 Sunset
20:07
⏱️ Daylight
14h 3m
Wind Speed
12.8 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
12.4 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 26 averages 20.2°C with a 9% 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 26?
Planning a trip to Funchal on May 26? 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 20.2°C with a 9% 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 26 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 25.3°C in 2020, while the coldest dropped to 12.7°C in 2023.