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Estreito da Calheta weather in May (Madeira Islands, Portugal)

What can you expect from the weather in Estreito da Calheta during May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In May, Estreito da Calheta generally has pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 19°C, while nights can cool down to about 16°C.

Estreito da Calheta in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 33 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 6 days of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 210 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Estreito da Calheta climate page with graphs.

 

Estreito da Calheta, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 16°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 19°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 21%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 33 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 70% *  
SunshineSunshine 210 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 48% *  
* Data from: Funchal, Madeira (39 KM, 24 Miles).

Where to go in Portugal in May

Find out more about the weather in Portugal in May and which places have the best weather 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 Estreito da Calheta in May?

For visitors traveling to Estreito da Calheta, 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.

What To Do

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

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

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