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Is the weather good in Spain in May 2025?
Good Weather
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SunnyFor the past few decades, the average daily temperatures in Spain during May have been around +20°C.
The weather differs across the Spain in May. You may encounter maximum temperatures of +20°C at noon in Sevilla and +8°C in Tenerife Island. So plan your activities, and packing, based on the individual locations rather than the country as a whole.
Temperature, wind and humidity in May
Average
Alicante
Barcelona
Bilbao
Girona
Granada
Ibiza
Madrid
Asturias
Palma De Mallorca
Murcia
Santander
Santiago de Compostela
Sevilla
Tenerife Island
Valencia
Vigo
Lanzarote
Fuerteventura
Gran Canaria
La Gomera
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+20°C
Avg. max. temperature
-4°C
Min.
+40°C
Max.
44 mm
Total precipitation
70%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
11 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Spain has good weather in May.
Spain in May – what city is the…
- rainiest? Vigo, with an average of 3 mm of rain and humidity of 81%;
- warmest? Sevilla, with daytime temperatures averaging +27°C;
- windiest? Gran Canaria, with an average of 7 m/s;
- coolest? Tenerife Island, with daytime temperatures averaging +8°C;
How good is the weather in Spain in May?
During May, the Spain usually offers good weather overall, with air pressure around 1017 HPa. This means you may encounter some rainy weather too – May brings around 51 mm of rain and winds averaging 3 m/s. Humidity ranges between 54% in Madrid and 82% in Asturias. In general, it tends to be more humid near the sea and lake and drier inland.
How warm is it in Spain during May?
The weather is usually pretty good this time of year, with daytime temperatures around +20°C.
This is how hot it usually is in May
The average daily temperatures above don't tell you everything about how hot it can be in Spain. For example, cold nights can make a big difference for those staying in tents or unheated houses. Extra hot days, on the other hand, can make a big difference for those who plan to engage in demanding physical training or competition. So here are some more temperatures for May:
Average
Alicante
Barcelona
Bilbao
Girona
Granada
Ibiza
Madrid
Asturias
Palma De Mallorca
Murcia
Santander
Santiago de Compostela
Sevilla
Tenerife Island
Valencia
Vigo
Lanzarote
Fuerteventura
Gran Canaria
La Gomera
- Average maximum temperature for the month: +20°C;
- Average minimum temperature for the month: +14°C;
- Highest monthly temperature: +22°C;
- Lowest monthly temperature: +12°C;
Monthly temperatures:
Average
Alicante
Barcelona
Bilbao
Girona
Granada
Ibiza
Madrid
Asturias
Palma De Mallorca
Murcia
Santander
Santiago de Compostela
Sevilla
Tenerife Island
Valencia
Vigo
Lanzarote
Fuerteventura
Gran Canaria
La Gomera
- Warmest: July with an average +26°C during the day;
- Coldest: January with an average +14°C of the day;
- Hottest month in hottest city: July in Sevilla;
- Coldest month in coolest city: January in Tenerife Island;
Winds in Spain during May
Wind speed in Spain in May based on historical data:
Average
Alicante
Barcelona
Bilbao
Girona
Granada
Ibiza
Madrid
Asturias
Palma De Mallorca
Murcia
Santander
Santiago de Compostela
Sevilla
Tenerife Island
Valencia
Vigo
Lanzarote
Fuerteventura
Gran Canaria
La Gomera
May tends to offer light winds averaging 3 m/s. However, coastal cities may experience breezes during the mornings and afternoons.
Comparison between cities in May:
- Highest average wind speed: Gran Canaria with 6 m/s;
- Lowest average wind speed: Girona with 1 m/s;
- Windiest day of the month: Gran Canaria with 7 m/s;
- The least windy day of the month: Girona with 1 m/s;
Humidity and precipitation in Spain in May
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Spain based on historical data:
Average
Alicante
Barcelona
Bilbao
Girona
Granada
Ibiza
Madrid
Asturias
Palma De Mallorca
Murcia
Santander
Santiago de Compostela
Sevilla
Tenerife Island
Valencia
Vigo
Lanzarote
Fuerteventura
Gran Canaria
La Gomera
May tends to be an extremely humid month with 72% humidity and 51 mm rainfall. In general the humidity tends to be a little lower in mountainous regions and more humid closer to water.
Comparison between cities in May:
Average
Alicante
Barcelona
Bilbao
Girona
Granada
Ibiza
Madrid
Asturias
Palma De Mallorca
Murcia
Santander
Santiago de Compostela
Sevilla
Tenerife Island
Valencia
Vigo
Lanzarote
Fuerteventura
Gran Canaria
La Gomera
- Highest average rainfall: Vigo with 108 mm;
- Lowest average rainfall: Lanzarote with 1 mm;
- Most number of rainy days: Asturias with 21 rainy days;
- Least number of rainy days: Fuerteventura with 1 rainy days;
- Highest risk of rain during the day: Asturias with 68%;
- Least risk of rain during the day: Fuerteventura with 3%;
- Highest average humidity: Asturias with 82%;
- Lowest average humidity: Madrid with 54%;
Tips for traveling to Spain in May
Looking for some tips for traveling to the sun, snow, or whatever you're aiming for Spain? Activities, weather, and clothing are closely linked. In addition, it's important to pack only what you really need so you don't have to worry about heavy packing or paying extra baggage fees.
Here is some advice on what to pack and what kind of activities you can do in the Spain based on the weather that May is expected to bring. The advice applies to the country as a whole – local weather and possible activities may differ somewhat.
Sunny, mild weather with light winds and very high humidity in May
Pack right for May
The weather makes a difference when it comes to packing - especially which items should go in your suitcase. The tips below are designed to help you pack light and right without carrying more than necessary.
- Sunshine does give you a nice color and a boost of vitamin D. However, if you don't have a lot of skin pigment, you should sunbathe carefully to avoid burning yourself, getting sun rash and, in the worst case scenario, skin cancer. This is where sunscreens and opaque clothing work particularly well. Another safe way is to stay in the shade when the sun burns the most, roughly between 9 am and 3 pm.
- Cool weather is between warm and cold. This means you can bring long pants and/or a longer skirt and an extra sweater. Be aware that cool days can alternate with cold nights - it may be wise to also pack a hat, gloves and a scarf.
- Light winds are probably most comfortable in hot weather but is cooling in cool and cold weather. If it is hot (when the air temperature is about 30 degrees), the wind can have a warming effect. A thin, windproof jacket and long trousers help to counteract these effects.
- High humidity means that the air conducts heat to and from the skin more easily. For example, if the air is hot (above skin temperature), it will be harder to stay cool. On the other hand, if the air is cool or cold, it is more difficult to stay warm. In high humidity, the choice of clothing makes less of a difference. However, your physical activity plays a bigger role.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Spain in May:
What can you do outside when it's warm in Spain?
Bathing and sunbathing can be suitable. Warm (but not hot) days are also good for activities that are not so physically demanding: sightseeing on foot, by boat, on a scooter, camel riding. You can also exercise easily as long as you make sure to cool down and quench thirst.
Is May a good time to visit Spain?
May is a really good time to go to Spain. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check other months when is a good time to visit Spain.
Monthly weather in Spain
Source of the data
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Spain, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.