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Carcavelos weather in May (Lisbon Region, Portugal)

Thinking of visiting Carcavelos in May? Check the weather first! Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

During May, Carcavelos is known for its perfect weather, characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 20°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 15°C.

Precipitation

Carcavelos in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 44 mm for the month. You can typically expect 8 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

With approximately 316 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

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

 

Carcavelos, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 15°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 28%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 44 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 74% *  
SunshineSunshine 316 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 71% *  
* Data from: Cascais, Portugal (7 KM, 4 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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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 Carcavelos, 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.

What To Do

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

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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