Costa del Sol Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Costa del Sol, Spain in May.

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Marbella Estepona Benalmádena Torrox

Planning a getaway to Costa del Sol, 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 Costa del Sol in May

Costa del Sol, Spain is a region in Spain. May in Costa del Sol generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between pleasant in Torrox at 20°C (68°F) to warm in Benalmádena at 23°C (73°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Benalmádena and 16°C (61°F) in Torrox.

For specific regional insights in Costa del Sol, Spain, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Benalmádena with an average of 25 mm (1 in) to moderate rainfall in Estepona with 35 mm (1.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Marbella enjoys about 294 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Costa del Sol 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 Costa del Sol

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

Temperature range in Costa del Sol (May)

Precipitation variation in Costa del Sol (May)

Marbella

In May Marbella generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
294 hours
328 hours
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
8.5 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
7 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Marbella →

Estepona

In May Estepona generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate 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)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
290 hours
320 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
9.2 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
7 days
4 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Estepona →

Benalmádena

In May Benalmádena generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°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)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
294 hours
328 hours
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
25 mm (1 in)
7.8 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
8 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Benalmádena →

Torrox

In May Torrox generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°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
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
294 hours
328 hours
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
8 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Torrox →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Costa del Sol in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Marbella 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Estepona 21°C (70°F) 15°C (59°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Benalmádena 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Torrox 20°C (68°F) 16°C (61°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)

Costa del Sol weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Costa del Sol, Spain in May?

Costa del Sol, Spain typically experiences perfect weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Marbella average around 22°C (72°F), and temperatures drop to about 15°C (59°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Costa del Sol, Spain in May?

In Marbella, the average daytime high in May is 22°C (72°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 15°C (59°F).

Does Costa del Sol, Spain get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Costa del Sol, Spain. Marbella averages only about 30 mm (1.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Costa del Sol, Spain?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Costa del Sol, Spain with overall perfect weather in Marbella.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August, September and October provide perfect weather in Marbella. On the other hand, the weather in December tends to be unpleasant.

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