Santiago de Compostela

Galicia Weather in May

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

Planning a journey to Galicia, Spain this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Galicia in May

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

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Muxia at 17°C (63°F) to pleasant in Padrón at 20°C (68°F). At night it cools down to 11°C (52°F) in Padrón and 13°C (55°F) in Muxia.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Verín with an average of 77 mm (3 in) to high rainfall in Tui with 132 mm (5.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Santiago de Compostela, you can expect around 189 hours of sunlight in May, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

Explore Galicia by month

Best Places to Visit in Galicia in May

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

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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 Galicia

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Temperature range in Galicia (May)

Precipitation variation in Galicia (May)

Santiago de Compostela

In May Santiago de Compostela generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
189 hours
227 hours
Monthly rainfall
133 mm (5.2 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Vigo

In May Vigo generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
249 hours
277 hours
Monthly rainfall
160 mm (6.3 in)
126 mm (5 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Portonovo

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

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
249 hours
277 hours
Monthly rainfall
149 mm (5.9 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Sanxenxo

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

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
249 hours
277 hours
Monthly rainfall
149 mm (5.9 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Sarria

In May Sarria generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Santiago de Compostela 19°C (66°F) 10°C (50°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Vigo 20°C (68°F) 11°C (52°F) 126 mm (5 in)
Portonovo 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Sanxenxo 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Sarria 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
A Lanzada 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)

Galicia weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

In May, Galicia, Spain generally has tolerable weather conditions. Santiago de Compostela sees daytime temperatures near 19°C (66°F), with nights cooling to roughly 10°C (50°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Santiago de Compostela peak at roughly 19°C (66°F) in May, dropping to about 10°C (50°F) overnight.

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

Santiago de Compostela typically receives notable rainfall in May, about 108 mm (4.3 in) on average across Galicia, Spain.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Galicia, Spain?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Santiago de Compostela, May might be a good time to visit Galicia, Spain.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Santiago de Compostela. In contrast, January tends to have poor weather conditions.

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