Ilhéu de Cima (Porto Santo)Things to Do
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When to Go
Best Time to Visit Ilhéu de Cima (Porto Santo)
Best visited late spring through early autumn when sea conditions are calm and boat services run regularly from Porto Santo's Vila Baleira harbour.
Summer
Jun-Sep · 20-28°C
Calm sea conditions and warm water make boat trips and swimming ideal.
Late Spring
Apr-May · 16-22°C
Fewer crowds and pleasant temperatures for walking and birdwatching.
Autumn
Oct · 18-24°C
Still pleasant for sea excursions but with a higher chance of short storms.
Weather & Climate near Ilhéu de Cima (Porto Santo)
Climate
Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in September) and mild winters (coldest in March). Temperatures range from 15°C to 24°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
Air Quality:
AQI 25
Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
13°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 15° - 19° | 17° | 59 mm | overcast | 77% | 4.5 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.1h |
| February | Very Good | 15° - 18° | 17° | 47 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.6 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.9h |
| March | Very Good | 15° - 18° | 17° | 41 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.6 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.9h |
| April | Very Good | 15° - 18° | 17° | 23 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.6 m/s | 1.6 very high | 12.9h |
| May | Very Good | 16° - 19° | 18° | 14 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.6 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.8h |
| June | Excellent | 18° - 20° | 19° | 9 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 5.1 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 14.2h |
| July | Ideal | 20° - 22° | 21° | 3 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 5.4 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 14.0h |
| August | Ideal | 21° - 23° | 22° | 5 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 5.3 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 13.2h |
| September | Ideal | 21° - 24° | 22° | 24 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.3 m/s | 1.6 very high | 12.3h |
| October | Excellent | 20° - 23° | 21° | 47 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.0 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.2h |
| November | Good | 18° - 22° | 20° | 56 mm | overcast | 76% | 4.0 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.3h |
| December | Good | 16° - 20° | 18° | 64 mm | overcast | 77% | 4.2 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.8h |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Ilhéu de Cima (Porto Santo)
Boats leave from Vila Baleira harbour (Porto Santo). The ride to Ilhéu de Cima is short (typically 15-30 minutes depending on the operator). Check weather and operator availability before setting out.
Tips for Visiting Ilhéu de Cima (Porto Santo)
- Bring snorkel gear - water around Ilhéu de Cima is clear and good for a swim on calm days.
- Combine a visit with a circumnavigation of Porto Santo to appreciate the island's volcanic geology and seabird colonies.
- Boat trips are weather dependent; if the sea is choppy operators may cancel - plan a spare day for the excursion.