Alentejo

Alentejo Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Alentejo, Portugal in May.

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Vila Nova de Milfontes Évora Zambujeira do Mar Odeceixe

Planning a getaway to the Alentejo, Portugal this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in the Alentejo in May

The Alentejo, Portugal is a region in Portugal. May in the Alentejo generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from pleasant in Prazeres at 19°C (66°F) to warm in Moura at 26°C (79°F). At night it cools down to 13°C (55°F) in Moura and 16°C (61°F) in Prazeres.

For a closer look at conditions across the Alentejo, Portugal, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Prazeres with an average of 33 mm (1.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Penhas Douradas with 85 mm (3.3 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Vila Nova de Milfontes typically receives 280 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the Alentejo by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Alentejo — and find the best time to visit. (based on Vila Nova de Milfontes)

January16°C (61°F) February17°C (63°F) March19°C (66°F) April20°C (68°F) May22°C (72°F) June25°C (77°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August27°C (81°F) September26°C (79°F) October23°C (73°F) November19°C (66°F) December17°C (63°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Alentejo in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Alentejo.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in the Alentejo

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in the Alentejo, Portugal?

Temperature range in the Alentejo (May)

Precipitation variation in the Alentejo (May)

Vila Nova de Milfontes

In May Vila Nova de Milfontes generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
280 hours
328 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
6 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Vila Nova de Milfontes →

Évora

In May Évora generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
251 hours
293 hours
338 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
50 mm (2 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
8 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Évora →

Zambujeira do Mar

In May Zambujeira do Mar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
280 hours
328 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
9.7 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
5 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Zambujeira do Mar →

Odeceixe

In May Odeceixe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
280 hours
328 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
9.3 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
5 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Odeceixe →

Marvão

In May Marvão generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Alentejo in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Vila Nova de Milfontes 22°C (72°F) 14°C (57°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Évora 25°C (77°F) 13°C (55°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Zambujeira do Mar 22°C (72°F) 14°C (57°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Odeceixe 22°C (72°F) 14°C (57°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Marvão 25°C (77°F) 12°C (54°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Elvas 26°C (79°F) 13°C (55°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)

The Alentejo weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Alentejo, Portugal in May?

the Alentejo, Portugal typically experiences perfect weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Vila Nova de Milfontes average around 22°C (72°F), and temperatures drop to about 14°C (57°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Alentejo, Portugal in May?

Daytime temperatures in Vila Nova de Milfontes peak at roughly 22°C (72°F) in May, dropping to about 14°C (57°F) overnight.

Does the Alentejo, Portugal get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Alentejo, Portugal during May, with Vila Nova de Milfontes averaging close to 36 mm (1.4 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Alentejo, Portugal?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit the Alentejo, Portugal with overall perfect weather in Vila Nova de Milfontes. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Vila Nova de Milfontes. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be tolerable.

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