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Sotogrande Weather in May

May in Sotogrande typically sees daytime highs of 22°C (72°F) and nighttime lows of 16°C (61°F). Expect some rainfall during the month.

Rainfall in Sotogrande in May

You can expect rain on around 6 days based on historical patterns, with 30 mm (1.2 in) average for the month. Rain days are few and the total is low, so this is a largely dry month. Any showers that do occur tend to be brief.

Temperature in Sotogrande in May

The perfect temperature in Sotogrande in May makes it a solid month to visit, with 22°C (72°F) during the day and 16°C (61°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. 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.

Sunshine in Sotogrande in May

The city usually sees around 290 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days — a great month for sightseeing.

Average water temperature in May

The water is 17°C (63°F) this month — cool enough to feel refreshing on a warm day, but cold enough that most people won't stay in for long without a wetsuit.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the best months to visit Sotogrande.

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Sotogrande Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C (72°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 17°C (63°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 20%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 30 mm (1.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 69% *  
SunshineSunshine 290 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Gibraltar, the United Kingdom (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Best Places in Spain in May

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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 Sotogrande 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. Pack a light rain jacket or compact umbrella for occasional showers. Expect water temperatures of around 17°C (63°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Sotogrande in May

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

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
9/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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