Santander weather in May (Cantabria, Spain)
Looking to travel to Santander in May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.
In May, Santander generally has pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 19°C, while night temperatures can drop to 13°C.
Santander in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 93 mm for the month. Typically around 16 days of rainfall is expected.
With around 210 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.
If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January and February tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Santander climate page with graphs.
Santander, monthly averages in May
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So, what should you wear in Santander in May?
For visitors traveling to Santander, 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 14°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.
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