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Best beaches in Madeira

The best beaches in Madeira, on the coast of Portugal — 4 shores from Praia de Porto Santo to Praia do Seixal, each with its water temperature, sand, best season and swimming. Ranked by fame and mapped on the interactive globe.

The warmest sea in Madeira is ~24°C, at Machico Beach, in season around May–Oct. Across its 4 beaches on Beachmap the sea averages ~23.5°C in the warm season.

When to visit beaches in Madeira

Most of the 4 beaches listed in Madeira are at their best May to October, with the season peaking in July. In the warm season the sea sits at about 23–24°C across the listed beaches.

Choosing a beach in Madeira

For calm, family-friendly swimming, start with Praia de Porto Santo or Machico Beach; surfers should look at Praia do Seixal; and 3 of the 4 hold Blue Flag status.

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Beaches in Madeira: frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit beaches in Madeira?

The season in Madeira runs May to October, with July the peak. July and August are warmest but busiest; June and September are quieter and cheaper.

How warm is the sea in Madeira?

In the warm season the sea at the beaches listed in Madeira sits at about 23–24°C.

Does Madeira have Blue Flag beaches?

Yes: 3 of the 4 beaches listed in Madeira hold Blue Flag status, awarded for bathing-water quality, safety and facilities, including Praia de Porto Santo.

Which beach in Madeira is best for families?

Praia de Porto Santo — calm and shallow, with no surf to worry about; Machico Beach is a strong runner-up.