El Hierro: The smallest Canary island without mass tourism
Mainly nature lovers and those seeking tranquility go to El Hierro. The island is know for its beautiful mountains and you can wonder around for days here.
May in La Mata typically sees daytime highs of 24°C (75°F) and nighttime lows of 17°C (63°F). Expect some rainfall during the month.
So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
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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).
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. Pack a light rain jacket or compact umbrella for occasional showers. With water temperatures around 18°C (64°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in May - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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