May weather forecastCartagena, Spain
May
Weather in May
In May, summer makes its initial bid for dominance in Cartagena. A significant rise in temperatures from 17.3°C (63.1°F) to 21.2°C (70.2°F) heralds the onset of warmer days. Rainfall becomes an infrequent event, with a modest 6mm (0.24") falling over just about 3.3 days. Temperatures in the sea also rise to a more comfortable 18.9°C (66°F), encouraging early beachgoers to test the waters. By the end of May, the city is ready to plunge into the languid pace of a Mediterranean summer.Temperature
Cartagena's average high-temperature marks an agreeable 21.2°C (70.2°F) with the advent of May, closely mirroring that of the preceding month. May is characterized by a steady nighttime low-temperature of 17.3°C (63.1°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 68%.Rainfall
In Cartagena, in May, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 6mm (0.24") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Cartagena, there are 66.5 rainfall days, and 211mm (8.31") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Cartagena, Spain, the average seawater temperature in May is 18.9°C (66°F).Note: The majority of people do not enjoy swimming in 18.9°C (66°F). The difficulty in controlling breathing escalates as the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
In Cartagena, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 20:54. On the last day of May, in Cartagena, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 21:19 CEST.
Sunshine
In Cartagena, the average sunshine in May is 11.1h.UV index
In Cartagena, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 6 during May leads to these advisories:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Cartagena, Spain
- Average high temperature in May: 21.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.2°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 17.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (11.2°C).
Average pressure in May
Cartagena, Spain
- Average pressure in May: 1015.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1022mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.9mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Cartagena, Spain
- Average wind speed in May: 14.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (17.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (12.3km/h).
Average humidity in May
Cartagena, Spain
- Average humidity in May: 68%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (65%).
Average rainfall in May
Cartagena, Spain
- Average rainfall in May: 6mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (37mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (3mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Cartagena, Spain
- Average rainfall days in May: 3.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (8.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.3 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Cartagena, Spain
- Average sea temperature in May: 18.9°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (14.3°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cartagena, Spain
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 11h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Cartagena, Spain
- Average sunshine days in May: 26.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (20.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Cartagena, Spain
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in May
Cartagena, Spain
- Average cloud cover in May: 16
The months with the most cloud cover are March, April and December (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 9).
Average visibility in May
Cartagena, Spain
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
