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Madeira in Spring: The Flower Festival and More
Spring is when Madeira earns its nickname of the “island of flowers”: gardens burst into bloom, the Flower Festival fills Funchal’s streets, and the weather is perfect for hiking. Here’s what to expect from March to May.
Quick answer: expect around 19 to 22°C in Funchal, with cooler, sometimes wet conditions in the mountains. The Flower Festival runs from late April into May, with parades and flower carpets. It’s ideal for levada walks and gardens. The sea is still cool for swimming.
Things to do
- The Flower Festival in Funchal. See the festivals calendar.
- Gardens: see the Botanical Garden and Monte.
- Levada walks: see levada walks.
- Easter: a popular time to visit, so book ahead.
Tips
- Trail slots: book in advance for popular walks.
- Layers: it’s much cooler at altitude.
More: the best time to visit Madeira and Madeira in summer.
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