Madeira Under Orange Weather Alert for New Year Celebrations
Madeira rings in 2026 under caution, as New Year’s celebrations face an orange weather warning with heavy, relentless rainfall expected along the south coast.
Madeira rings in 2026 under caution, as New Year’s celebrations face an orange weather warning with heavy, relentless rainfall expected along the south coast.
Strong winds are disrupting Madeira Airport operations, with limited flights expected until at least Sunday afternoon, leaving passengers facing long queues and delays.
Authorities placed the north coast of Madeira and Porto Santo under red sea alert, as waves reaching up to 14 meters are expected, starting midnight on Saturday.
Weather conditions are expected to worsen, with an orange weather warning issued for Madeira’s south coast. All classified hiking trails are set to close tomorrow for safety reasons.
The IPMA warns that heavy rain, strong winds, and large waves are expected in Madeira early in the coming week.
Temperatures have dropped sharply, and Pico do Arieiro recorded its first night below zero this year.
Claudia has cleared Madeira, leaving the island under calmer northern winds as an anticyclone settles in. Officials confirm there is no further severe weather ahead.
Accross Madeira, the weather remains unstable and windy today, with occasional strong showers.
Authorities in Madeira have issued warnings for strong winds and high waves tomorrow, urging residents and visitors to stay safe and avoid walking near the sea.
The IFCN has closed all classified hiking trails in Madeira starting tomorrow due to severe weather, including heavy rain and strong winds expected to reach Madeira today.
Aeroportos da Madeira warns of bad weather that may disrupt operations at Madeira International Airport until August 2.