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Malcontenta in May sees high temperatures, with highs around 22°C (72°F) and overnight lows of 15°C (59°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 95 mm (3.7 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.
If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a good time to visit Malcontenta.
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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. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. Expect water temperatures of around 19°C (66°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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