May weather forecast
Madrid, Spain

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Cibeles fountain in front of the towering Plaza de Cibeles in Madrid, Spain
Cibeles fountain in front of the towering Plaza de Cibeles in Madrid, Spain

Weather in May

The month of May embraces much warmer conditions, a far cry from the cool beginnings of the year. Rainfall slightly inches up, approximately 51mm (2.01"), but the cityscape is largely dominated by clear skies interspaced with occasional showers. As daylight now stretches to about 14.4 hours, the city gets bathed in natural light for more extended periods. An increased level of sun exposure triggers a further rise in UV index, indicating a higher risk for skin and eye damage in unprotected individuals. Despite the somewhat moody weather, Madrid streets resonate with the spirit of late spring, eagerly anticipating the approaching summer season.

Temperature

As May sets in Madrid, the average high-temperature shows a slight increase, moving up from a comfortable 18.2°C (64.8°F) in April to a pleasant 22.2°C (72°F). Madrid's average low-temperature for the month of May records at a cool 11.3°C (52.3°F).

Rainfall

In May, in Madrid, the rain falls for 7 days. Throughout May, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Madrid, there are 60 rainfall days, and 423mm (16.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Madrid, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 21:10. On the last day of May, in Madrid, Spain, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 21:38 CEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Madrid is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Madrid is 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 8 in May interprets into the following advice:
Take important precautions because unprotected skin can burn and be harmed swiftly. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Madrid?

The high-temperature, in May, in Madrid, records 22.2°C (72°F), while the low-temperature is 11.3°C (52.3°F).

How much does it rain in Madrid in May?

In Madrid, Spain, in May, during 7 rainfall days, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Madrid have in May?

The average day length in May in Madrid, Spain, is 14h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Madrid?

On the first day of May in Madrid, Spain, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 21:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 21:38 CEST.

How many hours of sunshine does Madrid have in May?

In Madrid, Spain, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in May in Madrid?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Madrid is 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average temperature in May
Madrid, Spain

Average temperature in May - Madrid, Spain
  • Average high temperature in May: 22.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (32.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 11.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (19°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°C).

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Average rainfall in May
Madrid, Spain

Average rainfall in May - Madrid, Spain
  • Average rainfall in May: 51mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (60mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (10mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Madrid, Spain

Average rainfall days in May - Madrid, Spain
  • Average rainfall days in May: 7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April, May, October, November and December (7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (2 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Madrid, Spain
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average UV index in May
Madrid, Spain

Average UV index in May - Madrid, Spain
  • Average UV index in May: 8

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

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