Climate Insights for Fajã da Ovelha

Calheta, Madeira, Portugal

Hottest
August
23°C peak
Coldest
March
16°C low
Wettest
November
45mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Fajã da Ovelha is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 294mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 45mm of rainfall. Fajã da Ovelha is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, September, October. The coldest months are March, February, April, when temperatures can drop to 16°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 18° Average: 17° Min: 17° Feb Max: 17° Average: 17° Min: 16° Mar Max: 17° Average: 17° Min: 16° Apr Max: 18° Average: 17° Min: 17° May Max: 19° Average: 18° Min: 18° Jun Max: 20° Average: 20° Min: 19° Jul Max: 22° Average: 21° Min: 21° Aug Max: 23° Average: 22° Min: 22° Sep Max: 23° Average: 22° Min: 22° Oct Max: 22° Average: 22° Min: 21° Nov Max: 20° Average: 20° Min: 19° Dec Max: 19° Average: 19° Min: 18°
Max
Average
Min

Fajã da Ovelha has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 7°C range. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 22°C. March is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 17°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 1°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 31mm Feb Precipitation: 33mm Mar Precipitation: 29mm Apr Precipitation: 32mm May Precipitation: 10mm Jun Precipitation: 17mm Jul Precipitation: 1mm Aug Precipitation: 1mm Sep Precipitation: 7mm Oct Precipitation: 45mm Nov Precipitation: 45mm Dec Precipitation: 45mm
Precipitation

Fajã da Ovelha is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 294mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 25mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 45mm of rainfall. October and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1mm. That's 44mm less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h 30km/h 35km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 29km/h Feb Wind Speed: 31km/h Mar Wind Speed: 32km/h Apr Wind Speed: 28km/h May Wind Speed: 29km/h Jun Wind Speed: 28km/h Jul Wind Speed: 30km/h Aug Wind Speed: 29km/h Sep Wind Speed: 25km/h Oct Wind Speed: 27km/h Nov Wind Speed: 28km/h Dec Wind Speed: 30km/h
Wind Speed

Fajã da Ovelha is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 29km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 32km/h, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 25km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 7km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Fajã da Ovelha, which began on March 20, 2026. Fajã da Ovelha is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 23°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in March near 16°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 16 to 19°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 71mm over the season and a monthly average of 24mm. Winds are strong, averaging 30km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 19 to 23°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 18mm for the entire season. Winds are strong, averaging 29km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 19 to 23°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 97mm over the season and a monthly average of 32mm. Winds are strong, averaging 27km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 16 to 19°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 109mm over the season and a monthly average of 36mm. Winds are strong, averaging 30km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 17°
Feb 17°
Mar 17°
Apr 17°
May 18°
Jun 20°
Jul 21°
Aug 22°
Sep 22°
Oct 22°
Nov 20°
Dec 19°

The best time to visit Fajã da Ovelha is during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 25mm per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Fajã da Ovelha based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
17 °C
18 °C
29 km/h
31 mm
0 cm
Feb
16 °C
17 °C
31 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
16 °C
17 °C
32 km/h
29 mm
0 cm
Apr
17 °C
18 °C
28 km/h
32 mm
0 cm
May
18 °C
19 °C
29 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
Jun
19 °C
20 °C
28 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Jul
21 °C
22 °C
30 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Aug
22 °C
23 °C
29 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Sep
22 °C
23 °C
25 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Oct
21 °C
22 °C
27 km/h
45 mm
0 cm
Nov
19 °C
20 °C
28 km/h
45 mm
0 cm
Dec
18 °C
19 °C
30 km/h
45 mm
0 cm
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