Costa del Sol in May: weather, sea & travel advice
Costa del Sol in May is especially suited to city breaks and active holidays and hiking. Days are around 20 °C (mild), and the sea is about 18 °C. With about 3 rainy days it is very dry.
Costa del Sol · MayPhoto: Nan Palmero from San Antonio, TX, USA · CC BY 2.0Climate facts
- Day
- 20 °C
- Night
- 16 °C
- Sea
- 18 °C
- Rainy days
- 3 rainy days
- Sun
- 9 h/day
- Humidity
- 73 %
Suitability by travel type
BeachGood65/100
City breakExcellent98/100
ActiveExcellent96/100
FamilyGood66/100
In favour
- Little rain (about 3 rainy days)
To consider
- Sea still cool (18 °C)
All months at a glance
15J
15F
16M
18A
20M
24J
27J
27A
24S
21O
18N
15D
6J
5F
5M
4A
3M
1J
0J
1A
3S
6O
6N
7D
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Frequently asked questions
How warm is Costa del Sol in May?
Daytime highs average around 20 °C, with nights around 16 °C.
Can you swim in Costa del Sol in May?
The sea is about 18 °C (cold).
Does it rain a lot in Costa del Sol in May?
On the long-term average, expect about 3 rainy days.
When is the best time to visit Costa del Sol?
The most favourable months are usually the ones highlighted on the overview page. Values are historical averages, not a forecast.