Extremadura Weather in May

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

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Cáceres Merida Hervás Trujillo

Thinking about venturing to Extremadura, Spain this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Extremadura in May

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

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between pleasant in Tornavacas at 20°C (68°F) to warm in Medellín at 27°C (81°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Medellín and 9°C (48°F) in Tornavacas.

To explore the conditions in Extremadura, Spain in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Medellín with an average of 36 mm (1.4 in) to high rainfall in Tornavacas with 101 mm (4 in).

Average sunshine

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

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Best Places to Visit in Extremadura in May

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

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 Extremadura

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

Temperature range in Extremadura (May)

Precipitation variation in Extremadura (May)

Cáceres

In May Cáceres 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)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
204 hours
290 hours
313 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Cáceres →

Merida

In May Merida generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°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
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
204 hours
290 hours
313 hours
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Merida →

Hervás

In May Hervás 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.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Hervás →

Trujillo

In May Trujillo 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
20°C (68°F)
25°C (77°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
204 hours
290 hours
313 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
50 mm (2 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Trujillo →

Plasencia

In May Plasencia 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.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
204 hours
290 hours
313 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Plasencia →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cáceres 25°C (77°F) 13°C (55°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Merida 26°C (79°F) 13°C (55°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Hervás 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Trujillo 25°C (77°F) 13°C (55°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Plasencia 24°C (75°F) 12°C (54°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Badajoz 26°C (79°F) 13°C (55°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)

Extremadura weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

In May, Extremadura, Spain generally has perfect weather conditions. Cáceres sees daytime temperatures near 25°C (77°F), with nights cooling to roughly 13°C (55°F).

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

Average temperatures in Extremadura, Spain during May range from a nighttime low near 13°C (55°F) to a daytime high around 25°C (77°F) in Cáceres.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Extremadura, Spain during May, with Cáceres averaging close to 47 mm (1.9 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Extremadura, Spain?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Extremadura, Spain. Typically, the climate in Cáceres is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May and October offering mostly perfect weather in Cáceres. The weather in July and August, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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