May weather forecast
Machico, Portugal

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Machico, is also an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13°C (55.4°F) and 19°C (66.2°F).

Temperature

In May, the average high-temperature is relatively the same as in April - a still enjoyable 19°C (66.2°F). In Machico, Portugal, in May, the average low-temperature is 13°C (55.4°F).

Rainfall

In Machico, during 6 rainfall days, 26mm (1.02") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 97 rainfall days, and 681mm (26.81") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Machico, the average seawater temperature in May is 19°C (66.2°F).
Note: Swimming in 19°C (66.2°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

In Machico, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:20 and sunset at 20:48. On the last day of May, in Machico, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 21:09 WEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 9. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 9 translate into the following recommendations:
Take special precautions, as unprotected skin can be damaged and can burn quickly. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in May in Machico?

In May, in Machico, Portugal, the average high-temperature is 19°C (66.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 13°C (55.4°F).

How much does it rain in Machico in May?

In Machico, Portugal, during May, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 26mm (1.02") of precipitation.

What is the sea water temperature in May in Machico?

In Machico, the average seawater temperature in May is 19°C (66.2°F). For most, swimming in 19°C (66.2°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

How many hours of daylight does Machico have in May?

In May, the average day length in Machico, Portugal, is 13h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Machico?

On the first day of May in Machico, Portugal, sunrise is at 07:20 and sunset at 20:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 21:09 WEST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Machico?

The average sunshine duration in May in Machico is 7h.

How high is the UV index in May in Machico?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Machico is 9. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Machico, Portugal

Average temperature in May - Machico, Portugal
  • Average high temperature in May: 19°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (24°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February and March (17°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 13°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are August and September (18°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, February, March and April (12°C).

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Average rainfall in May
Machico, Portugal

Average rainfall in May - Machico, Portugal
  • Average rainfall in May: 26mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (106mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (7mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Machico, Portugal

Average rainfall days in May - Machico, Portugal
  • Average rainfall days in May: 6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January and December (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Machico, Portugal

Average sea temperature in May - Machico, Portugal
  • Average sea temperature in May: 19°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (23.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (17.8°C).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Machico, Portugal

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Machico, Portugal
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 51min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 16min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 2min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 8h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, November and December (Average sunshine: 5h).

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Average UV index in May
Machico, Portugal

Average UV index in May - Machico, Portugal
  • Average UV index in May: 9

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

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