Average weather for Monchique in May
It's warm in May in Monchique with an average temperature of 23°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 21°C to a high of 25°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 18°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Monchique with warm temps, averaging around 23°C during the day and nights around 16°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 24°C, with nights around 17°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Monchique is around 24°C, while nighttime temps are about 17°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
In May, there is an average of 20 mm of precipitation, spread over 3 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Monchique in May |
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23°C | 22°C | |
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25°C | 28°C | |
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21°C | -5°C | |
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20 mm | 105 mm | |
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3 days | 14 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Monchique?
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Monchique. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2015, Monchique reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 8°C to a highest value of 24°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Monchique
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Monchique, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Monchique
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Monchique, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 3 days of precipitation in Monchique.
Daily UV index in May in Monchique
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Monchique, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Monchique over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Monchique, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Monchique over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Monchique, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Monchique
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Average weather in Monchique by month
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