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Castelo Branco Weather in May

Thinking of visiting Castelo Branco in May? Expect pleasant temperatures reaching 19°C (66°F) during the day, dropping to 16°C (61°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Castelo Branco in May

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 13 days with rain, averaging 64 mm (2.5 in) for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Castelo Branco in May

Castelo Branco in May gets highs of 19°C (66°F) during the day and drops to 16°C (61°F) at night. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. At 16°C (61°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, June, July, August, September and November typically offer the best circumstances for Castelo Branco.

Castelo Branco Temperature in May

Min Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Max Temperature
19°C (66°F)
Chance of Rain
44%
Precipitation
64 mm (2.5 in)
Rainy days
13 days

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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 Castelo Branco 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. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days.

What To Do in Castelo Branco in May

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

  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Camping
    8/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

Castelo Branco 3-Day Forecast

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