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Leirá Weather in May

Leirá in May sees low temperatures, with highs around 11°C (52°F) and overnight lows of 4°C (39°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 89 mm (3.5 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Leirá in May

You can expect rain on around 15 days based on historical patterns, with 89 mm (3.5 in) average for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Leirá in May

In May, Leirá gets low temperatures, with highs of 11°C (52°F). Nights cool to around 4°C (39°F). Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With lows around 4°C (39°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Leirá in May

The month enjoys around 201 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days despite the cool temperatures.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June and July typically offer the best weather for Leirá.

Leirá Temperature in May

Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
11°C (52°F)
Chance of Rain
49%
Precipitation
89 mm (3.5 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
76% *
Sunshine
201 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
35% *
* Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (31 KM, 19 Miles).

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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 Leirá in May

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in May, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Leirá in May

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

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    6/10

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