Sintra weather in May (Lisbon Region, Portugal)
Looking to travel to Sintra in May? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.
In May, Sintra generally has pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 19°C. But by evening, they drop to around 15°C.
Sintra in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 46 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 9 days of rain.
The city usually sees around 316 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.
Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sintra climate page with graphs.
Sintra, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
15°C
Max Temperature
19°C
Chance of Rain
29%
Precipitation
46 mm
Rainy days
9 days
Humidity
74% *
Sunshine
316 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
71% *
Where to go in Portugal in May
Find out more about the weather in Portugal in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Sintra in May?
For visitors traveling to Sintra, 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 in May.
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