Madeira in March
Spring arrives
- Temperature
- 14–21°C
- Crowds
- Low–Moderate
- Prices
- €€
+Flowers and fewer showers.
–Some rain.
March gets drier and greener, good for walks and gardens.
Madeira vs Algarve in March
Madeira and Algarve are close in March. Madeira averages 14–21°C with low–moderate crowds; Algarve 11–19°C with low crowds.
By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026
Madeira and Algarve
The verdict for March
- WeatherVery similar6.5/10 vs 6/10
- CrowdsAlgarve is quieterLow–Moderate vs Low
- PricesAlgarve is cheaper€€ vs €€
- OverallVery similar6.5/10 vs 6.5/10
Algarve in March
Spring walking
- Temperature
- 11–19°C
- Crowds
- Low
- Prices
- €€
+Mild walking weather.
–Sea still cold.
March is mild and green, great for coastal walks.
Scores and crowd levels are my own judgement; temperatures are monthly averages. Higher scores are better: quieter, cheaper and more pleasant.
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