PortugalThe weather in May in Ponta Delgada
It's pleasantly warm in May in Ponta Delgada with an average temperature of 19°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 18°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 14°C and 16°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Ponta Delgada. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Ponta Delgada, São Miguel. 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 24°C in 2019, Ponta Delgada reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 15°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 9°C to a highest value of 18°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Ponta Delgada is 20°C this month. Refreshing if you feel like a swim.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 55 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Ponta Delgada
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Ponta Delgada. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Ponta Delgada | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 19°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 20°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 14°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 55 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 8 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Ponta Delgada with mild temps, averaging around 19°C during the day and nights around 15°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 20°C, with nights around 16°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 Ponta Delgada is around 20°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 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 Ponta Delgada, São Miguel. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Ponta Delgada
Temperature in May in Ponta Delgada over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Ponta Delgada, São Miguel. 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 Ponta Delgada
Total precipitation in May in Ponta Delgada over the years
Daily UV index in May in Ponta Delgada
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Ponta Delgada, 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 Ponta Delgada by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Ponta Delgada. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.