May weather forecastXàbia, Spain

May

Weather in May

May ushers in a significant shift towards warmer weather in Xàbia. The increase in daylight hours to an average of 14.3 hours manifests in warmer temperatures, both on land and sea. This month marks a noticeable reduction in rainfall, averaging a manageable 31mm (1.22") over nine days. The extended sunshine hours and warmer days suggest the arrival of summer, providing an ideal backdrop for enjoying the city's numerous outdoor activities and stunning sea views.

Temperature

The arrival of May in Xàbia introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from an agreeable 20°C (68°F) in April to a moderately hot 23°C (73.4°F). In Xàbia, May nights cool down to an average of 13°C (55.4°F).

Rainfall

In Xàbia, in May, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 31mm (1.22") of accumulated precipitation. In Xàbia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105 days and collects up to 442mm (17.4") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Xàbia, Spain, in May, the average water temperature is 18°C (64.4°F).
Note: Swimming is not a pleasant activity for most when the water temperature is 18°C (64.4°F). As the water temperature drops from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing becomes more difficult to control.

Daylight

In Xàbia, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 18min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 20:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 21:17 CEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

In Xàbia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 8 transforms into these recommendations:
Protection is paramount; otherwise, swift harm can come to the skin and eyes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Frequently asked questions

In Xàbia, in May, the average high-temperature is 23°C (73.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 13°C (55.4°F).

In May, in Xàbia, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout May, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is accumulated.

In May, the average sea temperature in Xàbia is 18°C (64.4°F). For most, swimming in 18°C (64.4°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

In May, the average day length in Xàbia, Spain, is 14h and 18min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 20:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 21:17 CEST.

The average sunshine duration in May in Xàbia is 9h.

In Xàbia, Spain, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sea temperature
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in May
Xàbia, Spain

  • Average high temperature in May: 23°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February and December (16°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 13°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (20°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6°C).

Average rainfall in May
Xàbia, Spain

  • Average rainfall in May: 31mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (81mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (9mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Xàbia, Spain

  • Average rainfall days in May: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Xàbia, Spain

  • Average sea temperature in May: 18°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February and March (14°C).

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

  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h).

Average UV index in May
Xàbia, 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 and December (UV index 2).