Funchal or Málaga in November: compare the trip
Compare Funchal and Málaga in November for city sights, walkable routes and the pace of a short break.
Travel month
Average temperatures in the cities on this page, °C
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Compare the weather by city
| City | Daytime | At night | Sea | Wet days | Rainfall | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Funchal | 21 °C | 18 °C | 20.9 °C | 9.8 | 50.4 mm | 10.5 h |
| Málaga | 20 °C | 13 °C | 17 °C | 6.7 | 52.4 mm | 10.2 h |
Air: average daily highs and lows for 2015–2024. Wet day: at least 1 mm of precipitation. Sea: a monthly coastal reference.
How to choose
Funchal pairs an old town and waterfront with island scenery beyond the centre. Málaga offers a compact Andalusian city programme: historic streets, the Alcazaba, museums and distinct beach districts. In November, keep the day flexible: pair an outdoor walk with a nearby museum or another indoor stop.
Routes and pace
In Funchal, walk from the old town towards the market or western promenade, and keep mountain excursions for another day. In Málaga, combine the centre with the Alcazaba and Soho; save La Malagueta or El Palo for a separate coastal walk.
Who each city suits
Choose Funchal when island character and ocean views matter most. Málaga works well for a short visit where history, museums and beach neighbourhoods complement one another.
Detailed city guides
Funchal in November
November is a pleasant time to come to Funchal for greenery, the ocean and long city walks. The south coast invites plenty of time outdoors, moving between the promenade, gardens and cafés. Keep a flexible rhythm: one longer outing each day, with a few nearby stops that fit around rain.
Málaga in November
November suits a Málaga break centred on art, old streets and lunch beside the sea. Divide the days between museums and walking, with a fortress in the morning and the port or Soho after lunch. For two or three full days, a central base leaves the evenings free for dinner and an unhurried stroll.
Common questions
Which city suits museums and waterfront walks?
In Málaga, combine the historic centre, Picasso Museum and port, with a separate walk through Soho. Funchal centres on the old town, market and oceanfront; give Monte’s garden its own day.
How should I divide three days in Málaga?
Start with the historic centre and Alcazaba, use the second day for the Picasso Museum and unhurried walks, and spend the third around Soho, the port and La Malagueta. Put the longest waterfront walk on a dry day.
How should I plan a rainy November day?
Choose one area and alternate short walks with a museum or café. Move longer waterfront routes and open archaeological sites to a dry day so there is time to explore the outdoor places without rushing. Start with Zona Velha in Funchal or the historic centre in Málaga.
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