Santillana del Mar weather in May (Cantabria, Spain)

Is Santillana del Mar a good destination in May, weather-wise? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

In May, Santillana del Mar typically experiences pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 19°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 12°C.

Precipitation

Santillana del Mar in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 97 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 15 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 210 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January and February tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Santillana del Mar climate page with graphs.

 

Santillana del Mar, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 12°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Chance of Rain 51%  

Precipitation 97 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 75% *  

Sunshine 210 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Santander, Spain (25 KM, 15 Miles).

Where to go in Spain in May

Find out more about the weather in Spain and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Santillana del Mar, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Santillana del Mar.

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