May weather forecast
Alicante, Spain

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The Serra Grossa o San Julian mountain in Alicante, Spain, centrally placed in the city, with a beautiful waterfront
The Serra Grossa o San Julian mountain in Alicante, Spain, centrally placed in the city, with a beautiful waterfront

Weather in May

Embracing summer, May brings further warmth to Alicante. The month stands out for being substantially hotter than April, with temperatures soaring higher. May signifies a drastic decrease in rainfall, coming down to 10mm (0.39"), signifying the start of the dry season. The sea temperature also begins to rise, attracting beachgoers and water sports enthusiasts. May, with its extended days and increased sunshine hours, spells summer in Alicante.

Temperature

May signals a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's refreshing 17.9°C (64.2°F) to an agreeable 21.3°C (70.3°F). Alicante's May nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 15.4°C (59.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 62%.

Rainfall

In Alicante, in May, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 10mm (0.39") of accumulated precipitation. In Alicante, Spain, during the entire year, the rain falls for 67.4 days and collects up to 188mm (7.4") of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Sea temperature

In Alicante, in May, the average water temperature is 19.1°C (66.4°F).
Note: Most people find swimming in 19.1°C (66.4°F) unenjoyable. As the water temperature falls from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), controlling one's breathing becomes harder.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 20:53. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 21:19 CEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Alicante, Spain, is 11.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Alicante is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Alicante in May?

The high-temperature in Alicante, Spain, during May is 21.3°C (70.3°F) and the low-temperature is 15.4°C (59.7°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Alicante?

In Alicante, the average relative humidity in May is 62%.

How many days does it rain in May in Alicante?

In Alicante, Spain, in May, during 5.6 rainfall days, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Alicante?

In Alicante, snow does not fall in February through December.

What is the sea water temperature in May in Alicante?

In Alicante, in May, the average water temperature is 19.1°C (66.4°F). Swimming in 19.1°C (66.4°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

How many hours of daylight does Alicante have in May?

In Alicante, the average day length in May is 14h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Alicante?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 20:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 21:19 CEST.

How many hours of sunshine does Alicante have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Alicante, Spain, is 11.2h.

How high is the UV index in May in Alicante?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Alicante, Spain, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Alicante, Spain

Average temperature in May - Alicante, Spain
  • Average high temperature in May: 21.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (14°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 15.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (8.1°C).

Average pressure in May
Alicante, Spain

Average pressure in May - Alicante, Spain
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.9mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Alicante, Spain

Average wind speed in May - Alicante, Spain
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (15.3km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and October (10.1km/h).

Average humidity in May
Alicante, Spain

Average humidity in May - Alicante, Spain
  • Average humidity in May: 62%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September, October and December (68%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (60%).

Average rainfall in May
Alicante, Spain

Average rainfall in May - Alicante, Spain
  • Average rainfall in May: 10mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (29mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (4mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Alicante, Spain

Average rainfall days in May - Alicante, Spain
  • Average rainfall days in May: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (9.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Alicante, Spain

Average snowfall in May - Alicante, Spain
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Alicante, Spain

Average snowfall days in May - Alicante, Spain
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Alicante, Spain

Average sea temperature in May - Alicante, Spain
  • Average sea temperature in May: 19.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (14.1°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Alicante, Spain

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Alicante, Spain
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Alicante, Spain

Average sunshine days in May - Alicante, Spain
  • Average sunshine days in May: 24.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (19.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Alicante, Spain

Average UV index in May - Alicante, Spain
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Alicante, Spain

Average cloud cover in May - Alicante, Spain
  • Average cloud cover in May: 18

The months with the most cloud cover are January, March and April (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in May
Alicante, Spain

Average visibility in May - Alicante, Spain
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

Alicante, Spain

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