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Nelas Weather in May

During May, Nelas experiences pleasant daytime temperatures of 22°C (72°F) and cooler nights around 10°C (50°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 84 mm (3.3 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Nelas in May

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 12 days of rain, with 84 mm (3.3 in) average for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Nelas in May

Nelas in May has excellent weather. Days reach 22°C (72°F) and nights cool to 10°C (50°F). Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. Nights cool down to 10°C (50°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Nelas in May

The city usually sees around 228 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days — a great month for sightseeing.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Nelas.

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Nelas Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 10°C (50°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C (72°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 41%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 84 mm (3.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 73% *  
SunshineSunshine 228 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Penhas Douradas, Portugal (28 KM, 17 Miles).

Best Places in Portugal in May

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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 Nelas in May

For Nelas in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Nelas in May

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

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Barbeque
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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