Albufeira weather in May (Algarve, Portugal)

Planning a trip to Albufeira in May? This guide provides all the details you need.

In Albufeira the weather in May is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 22°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 15°C.

Albufeira in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 32 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 5 days of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 320 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the better months to visit Albufeira. April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February 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 Albufeira climate page with graphs.

 

Albufeira, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 15°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 16%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 32 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 5 days  
SunshineSunshine 320 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Portimão, Portugal (25 KM, 16 Miles).

Where to go in Portugal in May

Find out more about the weather in Portugal in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Albufeira in May?

For visitors traveling to Albufeira, 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.

What To Do

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

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
9/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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