Santa Maria Island weather in May (Azores, Portugal)
Can you expect sunny skies in Santa Maria Island in May? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.
Temperatures
Typically, May in Santa Maria Island includes pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 19°C. At night, they generally drop to 16°C.
Precipitation
Santa Maria Island in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 45 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 12 days with rain.Average sunshine
The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 246 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, March and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Santa Maria Island climate page with graphs.
Santa Maria Island, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
16°C
Max Temperature
19°C
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
45 mm
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
75%
Sunshine
246 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Portugal in May
Find out more about the weather in Portugal and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Santa Maria Island, 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.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Santa Maria Island.
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