La Gomera · 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 | 21° (70°)18– (64–)25 (77) | 21° (70°)18– (64–)24 (75) | 22° (72°)18– (64–)27 (81) | 23° (73°)19– (66–)26 (79) | 24° (75°)21– (70–)28 (82) | 25° (77°)22– (72–)29 (84) | 27° (81°)24– (75–)33 (91) | 28° (82°)25– (77–)35 (95) | 27° (81°)24– (75–)30 (86) | 26° (79°)23– (73–)29 (84) | 24° (75°)21– (70–)28 (82) | 22° (72°)19– (66–)25 (77) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 16° (61°)13– (55–)18 (64) | 15° (59°)12– (54–)17 (63) | 16° (61°)13– (55–)18 (64) | 16° (61°)13– (55–)18 (64) | 18° (64°)15– (59–)20 (68) | 19° (66°)16– (61–)21 (70) | 21° (70°)18– (64–)24 (75) | 22° (72°)19– (66–)25 (77) | 21° (70°)18– (64–)23 (73) | 20° (68°)17– (63–)23 (73) | 19° (66°)15– (59–)22 (72) | 17° (63°)14– (57–)20 (68) |
☀️Sunshine | 6h UV 6 | 7h UV 7 | 7h UV 8 | 7h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 6h UV 7 | 6h UV 6 | 6h UV 6 | 6h UV 6 |
🌊Water Temp | 20° (68°) | 20° (68°) | 20° (68°) | 20° (68°) | 21° (70°) | 22° (72°) | 23° (73°) | 24° (75°) | 24° (75°) | 24° (75°) | 23° (73°) | 21° (70°) |
🌧Rain Days | 2d25mm (1.0") | 3d30mm (1.2") | 2d19mm (0.8") | 1d9mm (0.3") | 0d2mm (0.1") | 0d2mm (0.1") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d5mm (0.2") | 1d8mm (0.3") | 2d22mm (0.9") | 2d21mm (0.8") | 3d27mm (1.1") |
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 La Gomera — conditions are fine, though June, July, August, September, October, and November offer even better weather.
Daytime highs average 24°C (75°F), cooling to 18°C (64°F) at night (daily average: 21°C (70°F)). Peaks reach around 28°C (82°F), the coldest nights around 15°C (59°F). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 0 rain days with 2 mm (0.1 in) total. The sea is 21°C (70°F) — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
Spring brings flowering slopes and settled weather. The terraced fields in Valle Gran Rey are green, the forest is damp and luminous and the sea slowly warms. It is the season of long hikes before the summer heat arrives.
Packing list for La Gomera in May
- T-shirts and shorts
- Swimwear (the water is still a little fresh)
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit La Gomera?
- May is not an optimal month for La Gomera (Score: 93/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, September, October, and November.
- How warm is it in La Gomera in May?
- In May, La Gomera sees daily highs of 24°C (75°F). Nights cool to 18°C (64°F), with a daily average of 21°C (70°F). Peaks reach around 28°C (82°F), the coldest nights around 15°C (59°F).
- How much rain falls in La Gomera in May?
- In May, La Gomera receives an average of 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain over 0 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does La Gomera get in May?
- La Gomera averages 8 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in La Gomera in May?
- Water temperature in La Gomera in May averages 21°C (70°F) — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
