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Cal Islet

Island

Cal Islet (Ilhéu do Cal) off Madeira is a small offshore rock noted for seabird colonies and diving or snorkelling around its cliffs.

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Cal Islet essentials

Country: Portugal
Driest months: Jun-Aug
Pay in: Euro (€)
Language: Portuguese
Emergency: 112

Cal Islet at a Glance

Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Cal Islet

Best in summer months when sea conditions are calm and short boat trips are most reliable.

Late spring-summer
May-September · 18-26°C
Best maritime weather for short boat trips and picnics on the islet.
Spring
April-May · 15-22°C
Calmer seas and clearer skies-good for brief excursions.

Weather & Climate near Cal Islet

Climate

Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and mild winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 13°C to 25°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 26 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
13°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Good 13° - 18° 16° 61 mm overcast 77% 4.6 m/s 0.5 moderate 10.1h
February Very Good 13° - 18° 16° 49 mm partly cloudy 77% 4.8 m/s 0.8 moderate 10.9h
March Very Good 13° - 19° 16° 44 mm partly cloudy 79% 5.1 m/s 1.2 high 11.9h
April Very Good 14° - 19° 17° 25 mm partly cloudy 78% 5.2 m/s 1.6 very high 12.9h
May Very Good 15° - 21° 18° 15 mm partly cloudy 80% 5.0 m/s 1.9 very high 13.8h
June Ideal 17° - 22° 19° 9 mm partly cloudy 82% 4.9 m/s 2.2 extreme 14.2h
July Ideal 19° - 24° 21° 3 mm partly cloudy 83% 4.9 m/s 2.2 extreme 14.0h
August Ideal 20° - 25° 22° 6 mm partly cloudy 82% 4.6 m/s 2.0 extreme 13.2h
September Ideal 20° - 25° 22° 26 mm partly cloudy 79% 4.6 m/s 1.6 very high 12.3h
October Excellent 18° - 23° 21° 51 mm partly cloudy 78% 4.3 m/s 1.1 high 11.2h
November Good 16° - 21° 19° 60 mm overcast 76% 4.4 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.3h
December Good 15° - 19° 17° 67 mm overcast 77% 4.5 m/s 0.4 low 9.8h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Cal Islet

Cal Islet is accessible only by private boat or organised sea tours from Madeira ports such as Funchal. Small-boat operators offer occasional visits-check local tour operators for schedules and landing permissions.

Tips for Visiting Cal Islet

  • Boat access varies-check local boat schedules from nearby marinas.
  • The islet is small-plan a short visit and respect nesting birds.
  • Bring sun protection; exposed rock offers little shade.