The Quiet Beaches of Portugal's Madeira Islands

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Woman in pink jacket walking through old mossy tree at Laurel Forest, Madeira island

I’ve been getting a lot of questions about the weather on Madeira in winter — so here’s the honest answer. Yes, winter is generally rainier than summer. But that doesn’t mean it rains all the time, or everywhere on the island. Weather systems move through quickly, storms pass, and in between you can have blue skies, sunshine, and t-shirt weather. Sometimes on the same day. So if you’re visiting this time of year: pack layers. Bring your rain jacket and a sweater, but don’t forget your t-shirts e

Funchal Marina Cam2, Madeira