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Is Madeira warmer than Portugal?

Annually speaking, Madeira weather is warmer when compared to Lisbon. The difference is not that big, only 1ºC (2ºF) in fact. The real difference can be found in the number of rainy days. In Lisbon, there is 48% higher chance that it will rain than in Funchal.

How much spending money do I need for a week in Madeira?

Past travelers have spent, on average, €27 ($28) on meals for one day and €7.89 ($8.34) on local transportation. Also, the average hotel price in Madeira Islands for a couple is €83 ($87). So, a trip to Madeira Islands for two people for one week costs on average €1,067 ($1,127).

Do you tip in Madeira Portugal?

Also, food and drinks are generally less expensive than here at home and so there’s more left for a good tip! My AA Essential Guide to Madeira (from 2005) says: “Tipping is appreciated but not required in Madeira.” However, we generally tip 10% in restaurants, bars, taxis, etc.

Is Madeira quiet?

But for the biggest part, Madeira is still very quiet and undiscovered. Or at least not visited by the big groups of cruise ship passengers… So if you are looking to get off the beaten path in Madeira, you’ll be glad to know that there are quite some really nice places that aren’t busy at all.

Does Madeira get cold?

It rarely gets cold, however, from January to March there can be cool days, with highs around 15 °C (59 °F). The coldest record in Funchal is 7.5 °C (45.5 °F), recorded in March 2011, when snowfalls above 500 meters (1,650 feet) occurred in inland areas.

What is the coldest month in Madeira?

August is the hottest month in Madeira with an average temperature of 22.5°C (73°F) and the coldest is January at 16°C (61°F) with the most daily sunshine hours at 8 in September. The wettest month is January with an average of 108mm of rain.

How much is a beer in Madeira?

Prices in restaurants in Madeira.

Meal in a cheap restaurant 6.80 EUR (5.00-12)
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) 3.00 EUR (1.20-3.20)
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) 2.00 EUR (1.50-3.00)
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) 1.30 EUR (1.00-1.50)
Water (0.33 liter bottle) 1.00 EUR (0.90-1.50)

Can you buy English cigarettes in Madeira?

Yes cash only in most places. As for the type of cigarettes you will not find Superkings anywhere but there are brands that you will know from UK such as Rothmans, Marlboro, John Player and Camel.