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Santa Cruz da Graciosa Weather in May
May in Santa Cruz da Graciosa brings pleasant temperatures around 19°C (66°F) during the day, dropping to 16°C (61°F) at night, with some rainfall expected.
Rainfall in Santa Cruz da Graciosa in May
You can expect rain on roughly 13 days based on historical data, averaging 59 mm (2.3 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.
Temperature in Santa Cruz da Graciosa in May
In May, Santa Cruz da Graciosa sees pleasant temperatures, with highs of 19°C (66°F). Nights drop to around 16°C (61°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. At 16°C (61°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances for Santa Cruz da Graciosa.
Santa Cruz da Graciosa Temperature in May
Min Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Max Temperature
19°C (66°F)
Chance of Rain
45%
Precipitation
59 mm (2.3 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
89%
Santa Cruz da Graciosa Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Santa Cruz da Graciosa in May
Browse day-by-day weather records for Santa Cruz da Graciosa spanning 37 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Santa Cruz da Graciosa historical weather extremes in May
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Santa Cruz da Graciosa from 2006 through 2026.
- The hottest May day on record in Santa Cruz da Graciosa reached 25°C (77°F) (May 29, 2014).
- On May 3, 2017, Santa Cruz da Graciosa saw its coldest May day with temperatures maxing out at 14°C (57°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in May was 10°C (50°F) (May 1, 2019).
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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 Cruz da Graciosa in May
Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days.
What To Do in Santa Cruz da Graciosa in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Camping8/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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