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Ponta do Sol
City in Madeira, Portugal
Overview
Ponta do Sol, set along Madeira's sunny south coast, is a charming town known for its year-round mild weather and picturesque ocean views. With its colorful old town, dramatic cliffs, and laid-back vibe, it's a true hidden gem for travelers seeking authentic island life.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Portugal
Autonomous Region
Madeira
Population
8,862
Time Zone
Europe/Lisbon
Coordinates
32.68°, -17.10°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
75
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,523
Local Cost
$980
Local Income
$1,050
Cashless
60
English
55
Temperature
19.1°C
Summer Avg
21.5°C
Winter Avg
16.8°C
Record High
29.4°C
Record Low
11.7°C
Humidity
77%
Precipitation
363 mm
Internet Speed
135 Mbps
Upload
82 Mbps
Latency
4 ms
City Vibrancy
21
Coworking
0
Cafes
10
Nightlife
9
Parks
2
Transport
43
Walk Score
43
Footways
85.0
Airport
FNC
Distance
31 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 4 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 80/100.
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