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Barcelos Weather in May

May in Barcelos brings pleasant temperatures around 21°C (70°F) during the day, dropping to 12°C (54°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 124 mm (4.9 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Barcelos in May

Typically around 14 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 124 mm (4.9 in) for the month. When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.

Temperature in Barcelos in May

Daytime highs in Barcelos in May reach 21°C (70°F), with nights around 12°C (54°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights cool down to 12°C (54°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Barcelos in May

The month enjoys around 255 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

Barcelos Temperature in May

Min Temperature
12°C (54°F)
Max Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Chance of Rain
45%
Precipitation
124 mm (4.9 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Humidity
74% *
Sunshine
255 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
61% *
* Data from: Porto, Portugal (33 KM, 21 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Barcelos in May

Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Barcelos in May

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

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