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Lisbon Region Weather in May

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

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

What to Expect in Lisbon Region in May

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

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from pleasant in Azoia at 18°C (64°F) to warm in Canha at 26°C (79°F). At night it cools down to 13°C (55°F) in Canha and 15°C (59°F) in Azoia.

For a closer look at conditions across Lisbon Region, Portugal, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Sesimbra with an average of 39 mm (1.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Vila Franca de Xira with 52 mm (2 in).

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Lisbon sees around 290 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Lisbon Region by month

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

January15°C (59°F) February16°C (61°F) March18°C (64°F) April19°C (66°F) May22°C (72°F) This monthJune25°C (77°F) July27°C (81°F) August27°C (81°F) September25°C (77°F) October22°C (72°F) November18°C (64°F) December16°C (61°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Lisbon Region in May

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

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 Lisbon Region

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

Temperature range in Lisbon Region (May)

Precipitation variation in Lisbon Region (May)

Lisbon

In May Lisbon generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°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)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
234 hours
290 hours
301 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
8 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Lisbon →

Cascais

In May Cascais 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.

« April
May
June »
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
276 hours
316 hours
342 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
5 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Cascais →

Ericeira

In May Ericeira 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.

« April
May
June »
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)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
276 hours
316 hours
342 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Ericeira →

Sintra

In May Sintra 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.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°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
276 hours
316 hours
342 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Sintra →

Sesimbra

In May Sesimbra generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°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
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
234 hours
290 hours
301 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
8 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sesimbra →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lisbon 22°C (72°F) 14°C (57°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Cascais 19°C (66°F) 15°C (59°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Ericeira 19°C (66°F) 15°C (59°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Sintra 19°C (66°F) 15°C (59°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Sesimbra 20°C (68°F) 15°C (59°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Costa da Caparica 20°C (68°F) 15°C (59°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)

Lisbon Region weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect perfect weather across Lisbon Region, Portugal in May. The popular destination of Lisbon averages 22°C (72°F) by day and 14°C (57°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Lisbon Region, Portugal during May range from a nighttime low near 14°C (57°F) to a daytime high around 22°C (72°F) in Lisbon.

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

May is on the drier side in Lisbon Region, Portugal. Lisbon averages only about 46 mm (1.8 in), with most days staying dry.

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

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Lisbon Region, Portugal with overall perfect weather in Lisbon. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

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

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