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Santa Bárbara Weather in May
With daytime temperatures of 23°C (73°F) and nighttime lows of 14°C (57°F), May in Santa Bárbara brings high temperatures during the day. The excellent weather makes it an appealing time to visit.
Rainfall in Santa Bárbara in May
Historically, the month has about 10 days of rain, averaging 56 mm (2.2 in) in total. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.
Temperature in Santa Bárbara in May
If you're visiting Santa Bárbara in May, expect excellent temperatures with highs of 23°C (73°F) and overnight lows of 14°C (57°F). This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. Nights drop to around 14°C (57°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.
Sunshine in Santa Bárbara in May
The month enjoys around 245 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, May, June, July, September and October typically offer the best circumstances for Santa Bárbara.
Santa Bárbara Temperature in May
Min Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Max Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Chance of Rain
35%
Precipitation
56 mm (2.2 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Sunshine
245 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Salou, Spain (67 KM, 41 Miles).
Santa Bárbara Weather by Month
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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).
What to Wear in Santa Bárbara in May
For Santa Bárbara in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
What To Do in Santa Bárbara in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Barbeque9/10 -
Camping8/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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