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Estreito de Câmara de Lobos Weather in May

Estreito de Câmara de Lobos in May averages 20°C (68°F) during the day and 15°C (59°F) at night. Some rainfall is typical for this time of year.

Rainfall in Estreito de Câmara de Lobos in May

Typically around 6 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 30 mm (1.2 in) for the month. Rain days are few and the total is low, so this is a largely dry month. Any showers that do occur tend to be brief.

Temperature in Estreito de Câmara de Lobos in May

May is one of the better months to visit Estreito de Câmara de Lobos. Expect 20°C (68°F) during the day and 15°C (59°F) at night. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. Nights cool down to 15°C (59°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 Estreito de Câmara de Lobos in May

The city usually sees around 210 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days — a great month for sightseeing.

Wind Speed in Estreito de Câmara de Lobos in May

Wind speeds average 1 m/s (2 knots) during May. At this speed, you'll experience mostly light air movement that's just barely noticeable. As an average, some days will be completely calm while others have gentle breezes you can feel on your skin.

Average water temperature in May

With water at 19°C (66°F), swimming is comfortable for most people. It feels refreshing rather than cold, though it depends a bit on personal preference.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

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Estreito de Câmara de Lobos Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 15°C (59°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 19°C (66°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 21%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 30 mm (1.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 70% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 1 m/s (2 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 210 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 48% *  
* Data from: Funchal, Madeira (20 KM, 12 Miles).

Best Places in Portugal in May

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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 Estreito de Câmara de Lobos in May

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in May. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Light rain is possible, so consider bringing a small umbrella or rain jacket. With water temperatures around 19°C (66°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Estreito de Câmara de Lobos in May

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

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
9/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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