Canary Islands

Canary Islands Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Canary Islands, Spain in May.

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Puerto del Carmen Playa Blanca Playa del Ingles Adeje

Planning a getaway to the Canary Islands, Spain 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 Canary Islands in May

The Canary Islands, Spain is a region in Spain. May in the Canary Islands generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from pleasant in Puntallana at 19°C (66°F) to warm in Tuineje at 24°C (75°F). At night it cools down to 17°C (63°F) in Tuineje and 17°C (63°F) in Puntallana.

For specific regional insights in the Canary Islands, Spain, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Costa Calma with an average of 1.8 mm (0.1 in) to low rainfall in El Médano with 25 mm (1 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Puerto del Carmen sees close to 290 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in the Canary Islands in May

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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 Canary Islands

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in the Canary Islands, Spain?

Temperature range in the Canary Islands (May)

Precipitation variation in the Canary Islands (May)

Puerto del Carmen

In May Puerto del Carmen generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
290 hours
291 hours
Monthly rainfall
7 mm (0.3 in)
3.8 mm (0.1 in)
3.2 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Puerto del Carmen →

Playa Blanca

In May Playa Blanca generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
290 hours
291 hours
Monthly rainfall
7.1 mm (0.3 in)
3.9 mm (0.2 in)
3.2 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Playa Blanca →

Playa del Ingles

In May Playa del Ingles generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low 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)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
271 hours
286 hours
Monthly rainfall
14 mm (0.6 in)
9.2 mm (0.4 in)
4.1 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Playa del Ingles →

Adeje

In May Adeje generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
229 hours
274 hours
299 hours
Monthly rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
6.6 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Adeje →

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

In May Las Palmas de Gran Canaria generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
271 hours
286 hours
Monthly rainfall
19 mm (0.7 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Puerto del Carmen 21°C (70°F) 18°C (64°F) 3.8 mm (0.1 in)
Playa Blanca 21°C (70°F) 18°C (64°F) 3.9 mm (0.2 in)
Playa del Ingles 22°C (72°F) 18°C (64°F) 9.2 mm (0.4 in)
Adeje 21°C (70°F) 16°C (61°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 21°C (70°F) 17°C (63°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Playa de las Americas 21°C (70°F) 17°C (63°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)

The Canary Islands weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Canary Islands, Spain in May?

the Canary Islands, Spain typically experiences perfect weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Puerto del Carmen average around 21°C (70°F), and temperatures drop to about 18°C (64°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Canary Islands, Spain in May?

Puerto del Carmen averages a daytime maximum of 21°C (70°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 18°C (64°F).

Does the Canary Islands, Spain get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in the Canary Islands, Spain. Puerto del Carmen averages only about 3.8 mm (0.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Canary Islands, Spain?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit the Canary Islands, Spain with overall perfect weather in Puerto del Carmen.

Generally speaking, provide perfect weather in Puerto del Carmen.

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