May weather forecastMaspalomas, Spain
May
Weather in May
As summer approaches, the weather in May sees further elevations in temperature. A clear uptick in sunshine emerges, indicative of the forthcoming beach season. Consistent visibility and sea temperature maintain the favorable paradisiacal conditions of Maspalomas. More hours of daylight are recorded, making May the month with 13.5 hours of daylight. Concurrently, the number of sunshine days also increases, making may a brilliant month for outdoor activities.Temperature
The arrival of May in Maspalomas brings an average high-temperature of a pleasant 21.3°C (70.3°F), subtly diverging from April's 19.9°C (67.8°F). In Maspalomas, nights during May observe an average temperature decrease to an enjoyable 18.7°C (65.7°F).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Maspalomas is 73%.Rainfall
In Maspalomas, during May, the rain falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. In Maspalomas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 45.2 days and collects up to 74mm (2.91") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In May, the average sea temperature is 20°C (68°F).Note: Swimming is not enjoyable for most people in water that is 20°C (68°F). As the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing control becomes harder.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Maspalomas is 13h and 32min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 20:36. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 20:53 WEST.
Sunshine
In Maspalomas, the average sunshine in May is 9.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Maspalomas, Spain
- Average high temperature in May: 21.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (25.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (18.9°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 18.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is September (21.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.6°C).
Average pressure in May
Maspalomas, Spain
- Average pressure in May: 1017mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1022.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1015.2mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Maspalomas, Spain
- Average wind speed in May: 21.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (26.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (16.5km/h).
Average humidity in May
Maspalomas, Spain
- Average humidity in May: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (68%).
Average rainfall in May
Maspalomas, Spain
- Average rainfall in May: 2mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (15mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Maspalomas, Spain
- Average rainfall days in May: 2.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (6.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.1 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Maspalomas, Spain
- Average sea temperature in May: 20°C
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are September and October (23°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (19°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Maspalomas, Spain
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 24min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Maspalomas, Spain
- Average sunshine days in May: 25.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Maspalomas, Spain
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in May
Maspalomas, Spain
- Average cloud cover in May: 17
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 9).
Average visibility in May
Maspalomas, 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).
