May weather forecast
Estepona, Spain

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Weather in May

May sees a considerable transition towards the summer weather. Gradually building heat and an increase in daylight hours become evident, rendering the landscape vibrant under longer sunlit hours. The sea starts warming up, facilitating water-based recreational activities. Humidity levels take a slight plunge, and temperature ranges shift substantially, varying from a low of 13.6°C (56.5°F) during nighttime to the monthly high of 21.8°C (71.2°F). The shift into June is characterized by a definitive leap into the sweltering summer temperatures.

Temperature

May introduces a minor temperature shift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from April's enjoyable 18.4°C (65.1°F) to an agreeable 21.8°C (71.2°F). An average temperature of 13.6°C (56.5°F) marks the nights in Estepona in May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 68%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout May, 17mm (0.67") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Estepona, there are 98.4 rainfall days, and 405mm (15.94") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Estepona, in May, the average water temperature is 18.5°C (65.3°F).
Note: Swimming in 18.5°C (65.3°F) is not an enjoyable experience for most. Breathing becomes progressively more challenging as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Estepona is 14h and 7min.
On the first day of May in Estepona, sunrise is at 07:26 and sunset at 21:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 21:32 CEST.

Sunshine

In Estepona, the average sunshine in May is 9.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Estepona is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Estepona in May?

Estepona in May has an average high-temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F) and an average low-temperature of 13.6°C (56.5°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Estepona?

In May, the average relative humidity in Estepona, Spain, is 68%.

How many days does it rain in May in Estepona?

In Estepona, in May, during 6.9 rainfall days, 17mm (0.67") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the sea water temperature in May in Estepona?

In Estepona, Spain, in May, the average water temperature is 18.5°C (65.3°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 18.5°C (65.3°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the average length of the day in May in Estepona?

The average day length in May in Estepona, Spain, is 14h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Estepona?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 07:26 and sunset at 21:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 21:32 CEST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Estepona?

The average sunshine duration in May in Estepona is 9.5h.

How high is the UV index in May in Estepona?

In Estepona, Spain, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Estepona, Spain

Average temperature in May - Estepona, Spain
  • Average high temperature in May: 21.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 13.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (8.1°C).

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Average pressure in May
Estepona, Spain

Average pressure in May - Estepona, Spain
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1022.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1014.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Estepona, Spain

Average wind speed in May - Estepona, Spain
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (13.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (9.4km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Estepona, Spain

Average humidity in May - Estepona, Spain
  • Average humidity in May: 68%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (59%).

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Average rainfall in May
Estepona, Spain

Average rainfall in May - Estepona, Spain
  • Average rainfall in May: 17mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (72mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Estepona, Spain

Average rainfall days in May - Estepona, Spain
  • Average rainfall days in May: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.4 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Estepona, Spain

Average sea temperature in May - Estepona, Spain
  • Average sea temperature in May: 18.5°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (23.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (15.8°C).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Estepona, Spain

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Estepona, Spain
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Estepona, Spain

Average sunshine days in May - Estepona, Spain
  • Average sunshine days in May: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (15.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Estepona, Spain

Average UV index in May - Estepona, Spain
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in May
Estepona, Spain

Average cloud cover in May - Estepona, Spain
  • Average cloud cover in May: 18

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in May
Estepona, Spain

Average visibility in May - Estepona, 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).

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