Costa Brava · May
Low seasonSpain · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 14° (57°)6– (43–)19 (66) | 15° (59°)10– (50–)21 (70) | 17° (63°)10– (50–)23 (73) | 19° (66°)13– (55–)25 (77) | 23° (73°)15– (59–)27 (81) | 28° (82°)21– (70–)33 (91) | 31° (88°)25– (77–)34 (93) | 30° (86°)23– (73–)35 (95) | 27° (81°)19– (66–)31 (88) | 23° (73°)16– (61–)27 (81) | 17° (63°)11– (52–)22 (72) | 14° (57°)8– (46–)19 (66) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 3° (37°)-3– (27–)8 (46) | 4° (39°)-2– (28–)8 (46) | 6° (43°)-1– (30–)11 (52) | 9° (48°)2– (36–)13 (55) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)16 (61) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)20 (68) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)22 (72) | 19° (66°)13– (55–)22 (72) | 16° (61°)10– (50–)20 (68) | 13° (55°)6– (43–)18 (64) | 7° (45°)0– (32–)13 (55) | 4° (39°)-2– (28–)10 (50) |
☀️Sunshine | 6h UV 4 | 6h UV 5 | 7h UV 6 | 9h UV 8 | 9h UV 8 | 10h UV 9 | 11h UV 9 | 10h UV 8 | 8h UV 7 | 7h UV 5 | 6h UV 4 | 5h UV 4 |
🌊Water Temp | 14° (57°) | 13° (55°) | 14° (57°) | 15° (59°) | 17° (63°) | 21° (70°) | 24° (75°) | 25° (77°) | 23° (73°) | 20° (68°) | 18° (64°) | 15° (59°) |
🌧Rain Days | 3d44mm (1.7") | 4d45mm (1.8") | 5d63mm (2.5") | 5d54mm (2.1") | 6d57mm (2.2") | 4d39mm (1.5") | 3d31mm (1.2") | 4d42mm (1.6") | 5d63mm (2.5") | 5d70mm (2.8") | 4d70mm (2.8") | 2d23mm (0.9") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in June.
May is an acceptable travel month for Costa Brava — conditions are fine, though June, July, August, and September offer even better weather.
Daytime highs average 23°C (73°F), cooling to 12°C (54°F) at night (daily average: 17°C (63°F)). Peaks reach around 27°C (81°F), the coldest nights around 6°C (43°F). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 6 rain days with 57 mm (2.2 in) total. At 17°C (63°F), the water is still quite cool in May — a wetsuit may be useful.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
Packing list for Costa Brava in May
- T-shirts and shorts
- Light jacket for cool evenings
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Costa Brava?
- May is not an optimal month for Costa Brava (Score: 67/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Costa Brava in May?
- In May, Costa Brava sees daily highs of 23°C (73°F). Nights cool to 12°C (54°F), with a daily average of 17°C (63°F). Peaks reach around 27°C (81°F), the coldest nights around 6°C (43°F).
- How much rain falls in Costa Brava in May?
- In May, Costa Brava receives an average of 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain over 6 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Costa Brava get in May?
- Costa Brava averages 9 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Costa Brava in May?
- Water temperature in Costa Brava in May averages 17°C (63°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
