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South coast and mountainous regions of Madeira under orange warning due to heat

Now15 September 2026 at 09:45

The south coast and mountainous regions of Madeira are under an orange warning due to heat. This is the second most severe level of meteorological alert.

Temperatures in the city of Funchal will range between 24 and 30 degrees Celsius during the warning period.

In Porto Santo, expected temperatures are milder, ranging between 22 and 27 degrees Celsius.

The orange warning indicates a moderate to high risk meteorological situation, recommending that the population take precautions against the high temperatures recorded in the Madeira archipelago.

Why this matters

Residents and visitors to Madeira face dangerous heat conditions that require special precautions. This orange warning especially affects those living in or traveling to the coastal and mountainous areas of the island, who should avoid prolonged sun exposure and stay hydrated. The warning follows a heat wave that has affected the region in recent days.

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