May weather forecast
Madrid, Spain

The month of May embraces much warmer conditions, a far cry from the cool beginnings of the year. Rainfall slightly inches up, approximately 51mm (2.01"), but the cityscape is largely dominated by clear skies interspaced with occasional showers. As daylight now stretches to about 14.4 hours, the city gets bathed in natural light for more extended periods. An increased level of sun exposure triggers a further rise in UV index, indicating a higher risk for skin and eye damage in unprotected individuals. Despite the somewhat moody weather, Madrid streets resonate with the spirit of late spring, eagerly anticipating the approaching summer season.

Temperature

As May sets in Madrid, the average high-temperature shows a slight increase, moving up from a comfortable 18.2°C (64.8°F) in April to a pleasant 22.2°C (72°F). Madrid's average low-temperature for the month of May records at a cool 11.3°C (52.3°F).

Rainfall

In May, in Madrid, the rain falls for 7 days. Throughout May, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Madrid, there are 60 rainfall days, and 423mm (16.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Madrid, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 21:10. On the last day of May, in Madrid, Spain, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 21:38 CEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Madrid is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Madrid is 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 8 in May interprets into the following advice:
Take important precautions because unprotected skin can burn and be harmed swiftly. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.