Minho Region Weather in May

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

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Planning a getaway to the Minho Region, Portugal 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 the Minho Region in May

The Minho Region, Portugal is a region in Portugal. May in the Minho Region generally has pleasant temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 22°C (72°F) and nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) in Braga.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Esposende with an average of 115 mm (4.5 in) to high rainfall in Vila Verde with 142 mm (5.6 in).

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Braga sees around 255 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore the Minho Region by month

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

January14°C (57°F) February15°C (59°F) March18°C (64°F) April19°C (66°F) May22°C (72°F) June25°C (77°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August27°C (81°F) September25°C (77°F) October21°C (70°F) November16°C (61°F) December14°C (57°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Minho Region in May

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

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

Temperature range in the Minho Region (May)

Precipitation variation in the Minho Region (May)

Braga

In May Braga generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
255 hours
278 hours
Monthly rainfall
158 mm (6.2 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Braga →

Guimarães

In May Guimarães generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
255 hours
278 hours
Monthly rainfall
156 mm (6.1 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Guimarães →

Esposende

In May Esposende generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
255 hours
278 hours
Monthly rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Esposende →

Vieira do Minho

In May Vieira do Minho generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
255 hours
278 hours
Monthly rainfall
159 mm (6.3 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Vieira do Minho →

Amares

In May Amares generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
255 hours
278 hours
Monthly rainfall
167 mm (6.6 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Amares →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Braga 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)
Guimarães 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Esposende 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Vieira do Minho 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)
Amares 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)
Fafe 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)

The Minho Region weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

the Minho Region, Portugal typically experiences pleasant weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Braga average around 22°C (72°F), and temperatures drop to about 11°C (52°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in the Minho Region, Portugal during May range from a nighttime low near 11°C (52°F) to a daytime high around 22°C (72°F) in Braga.

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

Yes, May tends to be a wetter month in the Minho Region, Portugal. Average rainfall in Braga sits around 132 mm (5.2 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Minho Region, Portugal?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit the Minho Region, Portugal with overall pleasant weather in Braga. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Braga. In contrast, January, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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