Garajau weather in May (Madeira Islands, Portugal)
What can you expect from the weather in Garajau during May? This guide provides all the details you need.
In Garajau the weather in May is generally perfect, with pleasant temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 20°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 16°C.
Garajau in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 25 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 6 days of the month will see rainfall.
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.
So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Garajau climate page with graphs.
Garajau, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
16°C
Max Temperature
20°C
Water Temperature
19°C *
Chance of Rain
21%
Precipitation
25 mm
Rainy days
6 days
Humidity
70% *
Windspeed
4 km/h *
Sunshine
210 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
48% *
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.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
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So, what should you wear in Garajau in May?
For visitors traveling to Garajau, 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 19°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.
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