Horta weather in May (Azores, Portugal)

Curious about the May weather in Horta? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Horta the weather in May is generally perfect, with pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 22°C, while nights can cool down to about 19°C.

Horta in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 56 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 13 days of the month will see rainfall.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 182 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, December tends to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Horta climate page with graphs.

 

Horta, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 22°C  

Water Temperature 18°C  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 56 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 81%  

Windspeed 22 km/h  

Sunshine 182 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 40%  

Where to go in Portugal in May

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Horta in May?

For visitors traveling to Horta, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 18°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

10/10

Walking

10/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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