Sierra Nevada Weather in May
In Sierra Nevada, May brings pleasant daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), with nights cooling to 10°C (50°F). Some rainfall is to be expected.
Rainfall in Sierra Nevada in May
The climate data from previous years indicates about 12 days of rain, averaging 58 mm (2.3 in) for the month. The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.
Temperature in Sierra Nevada in May
May is a perfect month in Sierra Nevada, with 21°C (70°F) during the day and 10°C (50°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. At 10°C (50°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.
Sunshine in Sierra Nevada in May
There are approximately 281 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a good time to visit Sierra Nevada.
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Spain, check out our Sierra Nevada's climate page.
Sierra Nevada Temperature in May
Min Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Max Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Chance of Rain
41%
Precipitation
58 mm (2.3 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
51% *
Sunshine
281 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
53% *
Best Places in Spain in May
Find out more about the weather in Spain and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Spain in May →
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
What to Wear in Sierra Nevada 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. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.What To Do in Sierra Nevada in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Spain, check out our Sierra Nevada's climate page.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
See the full Sierra Nevada climate overview or explore weather in Spain.
