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May is one of the excellent months to visit El Tor, with daytime temperatures of 31°C (88°F) and lows of 22°C (72°F) at night. Rainfall is minimal, averaging just 0.1 mm (0 in) for the month.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
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31-year average (1995-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in El Tor typically stay consistent throughout May, with daily highs averaging around 31°C (88°F). Nights are warm, with lows typically ranging from 19°C (66°F) to 23°C (73°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for El Tor spanning 33 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 14 years of weather observations in El Tor between 2012 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in May. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses).
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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