Mild
Average highs are around 22°C, so days are mild rather than hot.
May verdict
Albufeira, Portugal in May
Weather score62Good
Good for holiday weather
Average highs are around 22°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 9.8h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month. Rainfall averages 29mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
May weather
Monthly averages
Temp
22°C
Rain
29mm
Sun
9.8h
Sea
17°C
Weather score
62
Good
Seasonal climate calendar
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Trip feel
Drier
Rainfall averages 29mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
Bright
Sunshine averages 9.8h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month.
Cool sea
Sea temperatures average 17°C, so the water can feel cool.
Map
Weather map
Compare Albufeira, Portugal with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
May22°C average high
May is close to Albufeira's yearly temperature average, giving a typical read on daytime heat.
Warmest monthsJuly to September
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
May29mm average rain
May sits on the drier side of Albufeira's year, which helps with sightseeing and transfers.
Driest monthsMay to September
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
May9.8 hours average sun
May is brighter than Albufeira's yearly average, though the strongest sunshine usually sits closer to the peak months.
Brightest monthsJune to August
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
May17°C average sea
May is close to Albufeira's yearly sea-temperature average, so swimming comfort is fairly typical.
Warmest seaJuly to October
Sea temperatures are usually near 20°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
May62 weather score
May sits close to Albufeira's yearly weather-score average, giving a typical overall read on the month.
Best weather monthsJune to September
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.
Hotels in Albufeira, Portugal
Marriott
Pine Cliffs Hotel, a Luxury Collection Resort, AlgarveAlbufeira, Portugal
Pine Cliffs Ocean Suites, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, AlgarveAlbufeira, Portugal
Pine Cliffs Residence, a Luxury Collection Resort, AlgarveAlbufeira, Portugal
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