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Centro Region Weather in May

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

Are you planning a trip a to Centro Region, Portugal in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Centro Region in May

Centro Region, Portugal is a region in Portugal. May in Centro Region generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is pleasant in Cabo Carvoeiro at 19°C (66°F) and warm in Alvega at 25°C (77°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Alvega and 15°C (59°F) in Cabo Carvoeiro.

For specific regional insights in Centro Region, Portugal, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Cabo Carvoeiro with an average of 47 mm (1.9 in) to high rainfall in Oliveira de Frades with 118 mm (4.6 in).

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Peniche sees around 225 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Centro Region by month

Best Places to Visit in Centro Region in May

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

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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).

Popular Destinations in Centro Region

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

Temperature range in Centro Region (May)

Precipitation variation in Centro Region (May)

Peniche

In May Peniche generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
225 hours
222 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Fátima

In May Fátima generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
251 hours
262 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Figueira da Foz

In May Figueira da Foz generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
251 hours
262 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Tomar

In May Tomar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
251 hours
262 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Covilhã

In May Covilhã generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
174 hours
228 hours
277 hours
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Coimbra 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Peniche 19°C (66°F) 15°C (59°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Fátima 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Figueira da Foz 20°C (68°F) 14°C (57°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Tomar 24°C (75°F) 12°C (54°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Covilhã 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)

Centro Region weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Centro Region, Portugal in May?

Centro Region, Portugal typically experiences pleasant weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Peniche average around 19°C (66°F), and temperatures drop to about 15°C (59°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Centro Region, Portugal in May?

In Peniche, the average daytime high in May is 19°C (66°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 15°C (59°F).

Does Centro Region, Portugal get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Peniche averages just 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Centro Region, Portugal.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Centro Region, Portugal?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Centro Region, Portugal with overall pleasant weather in Peniche.

Generally speaking, June, July, August, September and October provide perfect weather in Peniche. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April and December tend to be tolerable.

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