Joseph and Chandra Bring Rain and Strong Winds to Madeira

Joseph and Chandra Bring Rain and Strong Winds to Madeira

The weather in Madeira remains rough, with conditions expected to improve only after Thursday.

Two North Atlantic Storm Systems Affect Madeira From 26 January 2026

Two low-pressure systems, Joseph and Chandra, centered in the North Atlantic, are affecting Madeira after Storm Ingrid moved away from mainland Portugal. In a report broadcast by RTP Madeira today evening, meteorologists said heavy rain is expected from the early hours of Tuesday. The most intense rainfall is forecast until 06:00, with weaker rain from the morning of 27 January.

Joseph and Chandra reaching Madeira

IPMA Issues Yellow Wind Warning Until 06:00 With Gusts of 75 km/h

Strong winds accompany the rain. The Portuguese Institute for the Sea and Atmosphere issued a yellow warning from midnight to 06:00 on Tuesday for Madeira’s south coast. Gusts may reach 75 kilometers per hour on the south coast, especially in western areas, while winds in the highlands may reach up to 95 kilometers per hour.

Weather Forecast for Madeira

Orange Sea Warning as Waves Reach 5 to 6 Meters on 27 January

Sea conditions are also expected to worsen. An orange warning is in place due to strong sea agitation in Porto Santo and the North Coast. On 27 January, waves on the north coast are forecast to reach 5 to 6 meters. On the south coast, mainly in the west, northwesterly waves may reach 4 to 4.5 meters.

Weather Improves After Thursday, New Risk Expected Late Sunday Night

Forecasters say weather conditions are expected to improve only after Thursday. At the same time, there is a new risk of bad weather for the night of next Sunday.

Source: RTP Madeira



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