May weather forecast
Puerto de la Cruz, Spain

The scenery of trees and buildings of Puerto de la Cruz in Tenerife
The scenery of trees and buildings of Puerto de la Cruz in Tenerife's Canary Islands, Spain

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Puerto de la Cruz, Spain, with an average temperature ranging between max 23.1°C (73.6°F) and min 15.7°C (60.3°F).

Temperature

The arrival of May sees a recorded average high-temperature of a moderately hot 23.1°C (73.6°F), showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. The average nighttime temperature in Puerto de la Cruz lowers to a mild 15.7°C (60.3°F) throughout May.

Rainfall

In Puerto de la Cruz, in May, it is raining for 4 days, with typically 9mm (0.35") of accumulated precipitation. In Puerto de la Cruz, during the entire year, the rain falls for 63 days and collects up to 296mm (11.65") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Puerto de la Cruz, in May, the average water temperature is 20.3°C (68.5°F).
Note: For the majority, swimming in 20.3°C (68.5°F) does not offer a pleasant experience. Below 21°C (69.8°F), the difficulty in controlling breathing escalates.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 20:41. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 20:58 WEST.

Sunshine

In Puerto de la Cruz, the average sunshine in May is 8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 10. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 10 during May leads to these instructions:
Take important precautions because unprotected skin can burn and be harmed swiftly. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Puerto de la Cruz in May?
During May, Puerto de la Cruz experiences an average high-temperature of 23.1°C (73.6°F) and a low-temperature of 15.7°C (60.3°F).
How much does it rain in Puerto de la Cruz in May?
In Puerto de la Cruz, Spain, during May, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 9mm (0.35") of precipitation.
What is the sea temperature in May in Puerto de la Cruz?
In May, the average sea temperature in Puerto de la Cruz is 20.3°C (68.5°F). Swimming in 20.3°C (68.5°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).
What is the average length of the day in May in Puerto de la Cruz?
The average day length in May in Puerto de la Cruz is 13h and 34min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Puerto de la Cruz?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 20:41. On the last day of the month, in Puerto de la Cruz, Spain, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 20:58 WEST.
How many hours of sunshine does Puerto de la Cruz have in May?
The average sunshine duration in May is 8h.
What is the UV index reading in May in Puerto de la Cruz?
In Puerto de la Cruz, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 10. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index
Average temperature in May - Puerto de la Cruz, Spain
Average temperature in May
Puerto de la Cruz, Spain
  • Average high temperature in May: 23.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 15.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (19.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°C).

Average rainfall in May - Puerto de la Cruz, Spain
Average rainfall in May
Puerto de la Cruz, Spain
  • Average rainfall in May: 9.1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (56.5mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Puerto de la Cruz, Spain
Average rainfall days in May
Puerto de la Cruz, Spain
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are November and December (8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1 days).

Average sea temperature in May - Puerto de la Cruz, Spain
Average sea temperature in May
Puerto de la Cruz, Spain
  • Average sea temperature in May: 20.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (23.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (19.3°C).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Puerto de la Cruz, Spain
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Puerto de la Cruz, Spain
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 6h).

Average UV index in May - Puerto de la Cruz, Spain
Average UV index in May
Puerto de la Cruz, Spain
  • Average UV index in May: 10

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 11).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).

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