May weather forecast
Nerja, Spain

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Weather in May

May in Nerja ushers in clear skies, lower humidity, and reduced rainfall. As the cool breezes calm, the sea continues to warm, increasing the allure of coastal activities. A marked increase in daylight and peak sunshine hours imbues May with a summery vibe. This month features the year’s highest pressure reading at 1015.8mb, indicating stable weather conditions for most of the month.

Temperature

Nerja observes a slight uplift in the average high-temperature with the onset of May, adjusting from April's refreshing 17.1°C (62.8°F) to an agreeable 20.1°C (68.2°F). During the nights in May, Nerja experiences a consistent average temperature of 14.8°C (58.6°F).

Humidity

In Nerja, the average relative humidity in May is 67%.

Rainfall

In Nerja, during May, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of precipitation. In Nerja, during the entire year, the rain falls for 82.8 days and collects up to 179mm (7.05") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Nerja, in May, the average water temperature is 17°C (62.6°F).
Note: When the surface water temperature is 17°C (62.6°F), most do not enjoy swimming. Breathing control becomes more complex as temperatures drop below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Nerja is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of May in Nerja, sunrise is at 07:20 and sunset at 21:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 21:28 CEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Nerja, Spain, is 9.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Nerja?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Nerja, is 20.1°C (68.2°F) and the average low-temperature is 14.8°C (58.6°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Nerja?

The average relative humidity in May in Nerja, Spain, is 67%.

How many days does it rain in May in Nerja?

In Nerja, Spain, in May, during 7.6 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the sea water temperature in May in Nerja?

In May, the average sea temperature in Nerja is 17°C (62.6°F). Swimming in 17°C (62.6°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

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

The average day length in May in Nerja, Spain, is 14h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Nerja?

On the first day of May in Nerja, sunrise is at 07:20 and sunset at 21:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 21:28 CEST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Nerja?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Nerja?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Nerja is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Nerja, Spain

Average temperature in May - Nerja, Spain
  • Average high temperature in May: 20.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 14.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21.6°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (8.8°C).

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Average pressure in May
Nerja, Spain

Average pressure in May - Nerja, Spain
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1022.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Nerja, Spain

Average wind speed in May - Nerja, Spain
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (14.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Nerja, Spain

Average humidity in May - Nerja, Spain
  • Average humidity in May: 67%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, March, April and December (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (59%).

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Average rainfall in May
Nerja, Spain

Average rainfall in May - Nerja, Spain
  • Average rainfall in May: 15mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March and November (27mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (3mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Nerja, Spain

Average rainfall days in May - Nerja, Spain
  • Average rainfall days in May: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (2.8 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Nerja, Spain

Average sea temperature in May - Nerja, Spain
  • Average sea temperature in May: 17°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (23°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February and March (15°C).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Nerja, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Nerja, Spain

Average sunshine days in May - Nerja, Spain
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (15.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Nerja, Spain

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in May
Nerja, Spain

Average cloud cover in May - Nerja, Spain
  • Average cloud cover in May: 15

The months with the most cloud cover are January, March and April (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in May
Nerja, Spain

Average visibility in May - Nerja, 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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