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Spain Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Spain in May.

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Planning a journey to Spain this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Spain in May

The weather in Spain in May can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from mild to warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Llivia at 14°C (57°F) to warm in Mairena del Alcor at 29°C (84°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Mairena del Alcor and 3°C (37°F) in Llivia.

For a closer look at conditions across Spain, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Costa Calma with an average of 1.8 mm (0.1 in) to high rainfall in Sant Joan les Fonts with 155 mm (6.1 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Barcelona enjoys approximately 245 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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January14°C (57°F) February14°C (57°F) March16°C (61°F) April18°C (64°F) May21°C (70°F) June25°C (77°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August28°C (82°F) September25°C (77°F) October22°C (72°F) November17°C (63°F) December15°C (59°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Spain in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Spain.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Spain

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Spain?

Temperature range in Spain (May)

Precipitation variation in Spain (May)

Barcelona

In May Barcelona generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
222 hours
245 hours
263 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Barcelona →

Madrid

In May Madrid generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
214 hours
270 hours
310 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Madrid →

Calpe

In May Calpe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Calpe →

Valencia

In May Valencia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
258 hours
277 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Valencia →

Seville

In May Seville generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
28°C (82°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
295 hours
320 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
8.8 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
7 days
5 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Spain in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Barcelona 21°C (70°F) 14°C (57°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Madrid 24°C (75°F) 11°C (52°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Valencia 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Ibiza 23°C (73°F) 17°C (63°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Seville 28°C (82°F) 15°C (59°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
San Sebastián 18°C (64°F) 12°C (54°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)

Spain weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Spain in May?

In May, Spain generally has excellent weather conditions. Barcelona sees daytime temperatures near 21°C (70°F), with nights cooling to roughly 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in Spain in May?

Barcelona averages a daytime maximum of 21°C (70°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 14°C (57°F).

Does Spain get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Barcelona averages just 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Spain.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Spain?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Spain. Typically, the climate in Barcelona is excellent. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Spain is in May, June, July, August, September and October with generally excellent weather in Barcelona. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be good.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Spain.

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