Faro weather in May (Algarve, Portugal)
Is Faro a good destination in May, weather-wise? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.
Temperatures
You’ll find the weather in Faro during May to be perfect, with pleasant temperatures and low rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 21°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 16°C.
Precipitation
Faro in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 28 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 5 days.Average sunshine
There are approximately 304 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the better months to visit Faro. May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
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Faro, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
16°C
Max Temperature
21°C
Water Temperature
17°C
Chance of Rain
18%
Precipitation
28 mm
Rainy days
5 days
Humidity
64%
Windspeed
4 m/s
Sunshine
304 hours
Percentage Sunshine
68%
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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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Portugal, check out our Faro's climate page.
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Faro, 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. With a water temperature of around 17°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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