Festival of St. James the Lesser

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The island of Madeira, because of its privileged geographical position and mountainous relief, have a surprisingly mild climate.Very mild average temperatures, 25ºC in the summer and 17ºC in the winter, and a moderate level of humidity, confer upon this island exceptional subtropical features.
The seawater temperature is also very mild, because of the influence of the warm Gulf current, presenting averages of 22ºC in the summer and 18º in the winter.

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On the 1st May the city of Funchal pays homage to its patron saint, São Tiago Menor (St. James the Lesser).

The historical centre of Funchal, particularly around Rua de Santa Maria and Largo do Corpo Santo, becomes the venue for special entertainment in a festival involving traditional Madeiran celebrations; its climax is a procession in honour of the patron saint of Funchal.