SpainThe weather in May in the Canary Islands
It's warm in May in the Canary Islands with an average temperature of 24°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 23°C to a high of 26°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 16°C and 18°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in the Canary Islands. 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 the Canary Islands, Spain. 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 35°C in 2015, the Canary Islands reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 22°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at the Canary Islands is 21°C this month. Pleasant for a swim.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 4,7 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in May for the Canary Islands
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in the Canary Islands. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Canary Islands | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 24°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 26°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 16°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 4,7 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 2 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Canary Islands with warm temps, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights around 17°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 25°C, with nights around 18°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Canary Islands is around 24°C, while nighttime temps are about 18°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 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 the Canary Islands, Spain. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in the Canary Islands
Temperature in May in the Canary Islands over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in the Canary Islands, Spain. 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 the Canary Islands
Total precipitation in May in the Canary Islands over the years
Daily UV index in May in the Canary Islands
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in the Canary Islands, 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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Lots of sunshine, pleasant temperatures and a light breeze are ideal for an active vacation and sunbathing. It is definitely worth a visit!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in the Canary Islands by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for the Canary Islands. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.