Arcos weather in May (Norte Region, Portugal)

What kind of weather does May bring to Arcos? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

During May, Arcos usually has pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 21°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 13°C.

Precipitation

Arcos in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 110 mm for the month. Expect around 13 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

With approximately 255 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, November 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 Arcos climate page with graphs.

 

Arcos, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 13°C  

Max Temperature 21°C  

Water Temperature 15°C *  

Chance of Rain 44%  

Precipitation 110 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 74% *  

Windspeed 18 km/h *  

Sunshine 255 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 61% *  

* Data from: Porto, Portugal (18 KM, 11 Miles).

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.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

For visitors traveling to Arcos, 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 15°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.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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