Calheta Weather

Weather in Calheta - Sunniest resort on the island, on the southwest coast
Located on the rocky south-west coast of Madeira, Calheta is a quiet and peaceful beach resort set amongst lush vegetation. The town enjoys a mild subtropical climate, and boasts the most hours of sunshine on the whole of Madeira. The area is the most fertile on the island, and remains an important agricultural centre, producing sugarcane and bananas. Calheta enjoys year-round good weather, with an average annual temperature of 18C.

Calheta Weather - Ideal conditions for a beach or activity holiday
The climate in Calheta is moderate, with plenty of sunshine creating ideal conditions for a beach or activity holiday. Summers are warm but not too hot, with highs reaching 20C in June and rising to 23C in August. Calheta can see 8 hours of sunshine during the summer months, however the resort can see strong coastal winds, as the town is less protected that others. Water temperatures in Calheta range from 18C in January to 24C in August, with the warm sea perfect for both swimming and water sports. The resort sees minimal rainfall during the summer months, with as little as 8mm of precipitation in both July and August. Spring and autumn see average temperatures of 16C - 20C and at least 6 hours of sunshine.

Weather in Calheta - Mild winters, still sunny with lots of rainfall
Winters are mild in Calheta, with even the coldest month of January seeing an average temperature of 15C. The winter months do see the most rain in Calheta, which helps to maintain the lush tropical landscape throughout the region, with November being the wettest month receiving up to 107mm of rainfall.