Cantabria Weather in May

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

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Santander Santillana del Mar Noja Isla

Planning a trip to Cantabria, Spain this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Cantabria in May

Cantabria, Spain is a region in Spain. May in Cantabria generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Espinama at 16°C (61°F) to pleasant in Ramales de la Victoria at 19°C (66°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Ramales de la Victoria and 7°C (45°F) in Espinama.

For a closer look at conditions across Cantabria, Spain, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Revelillas with an average of 71 mm (2.8 in) to high rainfall in La Hermida with 141 mm (5.6 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Santander sees close to 210 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Cantabria by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Cantabria — and find the best time to visit. (based on Santander)

January13°C (55°F) February13°C (55°F) March15°C (59°F) April16°C (61°F) May19°C (66°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August24°C (75°F) September23°C (73°F) October20°C (68°F) November16°C (61°F) December14°C (57°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Cantabria in May

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

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 Cantabria

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

Temperature range in Cantabria (May)

Precipitation variation in Cantabria (May)

Santander

In May Santander generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
210 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Santander →

Santillana del Mar

In May Santillana del Mar generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
210 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
114 mm (4.5 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Santillana del Mar →

Noja

In May Noja generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
210 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
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Isla

In May Isla generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
210 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Isla →

Suances

In May Suances generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
210 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Santander 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Santillana del Mar 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Noja 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Isla 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Suances 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
San Vicente de la Barquera 17°C (63°F) 12°C (54°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)

Cantabria weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cantabria, Spain in May?

Cantabria, Spain typically experiences pleasant weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Santander average around 19°C (66°F), and temperatures drop to about 13°C (55°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Cantabria, Spain in May?

Average temperatures in Cantabria, Spain during May range from a nighttime low near 13°C (55°F) to a daytime high around 19°C (66°F) in Santander.

Does Cantabria, Spain get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Cantabria, Spain during May, with Santander averaging close to 93 mm (3.7 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Cantabria, Spain?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Cantabria, Spain with overall pleasant weather in Santander. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Santander. On the other hand, the weather in January and February tend to be poor.

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