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PortugalThe weather in May in Praia da Luz
It's warm in May in Praia da Luz 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.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Praia da Luz. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Praia da Luz, Portugal. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2015, Praia da Luz 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.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Praia da Luz is 18°C this month. You can swim, but it's a bit chilly.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 20 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in May for Praia da Luz
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Praia da Luz. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Praia da Luz | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 23°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 25°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 15°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 20 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 4 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Praia da Luz with warm temps, averaging around 23°C during the day and nights around 16°C.
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 Praia da Luz 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.
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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Praia da Luz, Portugal. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Praia da Luz
Temperature in May in Praia da Luz over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Praia da Luz, Portugal. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Praia da Luz
Total precipitation in May in Praia da Luz over the years
Daily UV index in May in Praia da Luz
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Praia da Luz, 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.
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Average weather in Praia da Luz by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Praia da Luz. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.