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Alicante in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Alicante in May and see if it is worth visiting.
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May

Weather in Alicante in May 2024

Great Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
May is an ideal time to visit Alicante if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +72°F and about 18 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 21 mm of precipitation over an average of 2 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+72°F
Avg. max. temperature
+46°F
Min.
+93°F
Max.
21 mm
Total precipitation
64%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
18 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
2 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Alicante has great weather in May.

Average temperature in Alicante in May

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Alicante for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +93°F during the day to a minimum of +55°F during the night, the temperature in May averages around +77°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 14% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +72°F to +77°F.

Is Alicante warm or cold in May?

Alicante is typically mild in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +66°F to +72°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +54°F to +59°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Alicante:

Climate in Alicante in May

Alicante weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+66°F+72°F+79°F
Min. temperature
+41°F+46°F+55°F
Max. temperature
+82°F+93°F+97°F
Rainfall
32 mm21 mm7 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
63%64%63%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1014 HPa1014 HPa
Sunny days
151822
Cloudy days
12117
Rainy days
321
Snowy days
000

May often has better weather than April. It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +66°F to +72°F during the day. As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 32 mm to 21 mm. Humidity rises from 63% to 64%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 15 to 18.

June brings much the same weather, it remains great.

Wind

Wind speed in Alicante in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Alicante is gradually increasing during May, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Alicante based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in May stands at 10%, leading to total precipitation of around 22 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 17 mm, which is considered light rain. Alicante is amazing in May with as little as 3 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Alicante wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 10% chance of precipitation and 39 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 3 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Alicante?

This is the weather in Alicante in May 2023:
1 May
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+72°F
2 May
☁️
+68°F
3 May
🌧️
+70°F
4 May
🌧️
+62°F
5 May
☀️
+70°F
6 May
☀️
+71°F
7 May
☀️
+73°F
8 May
☀️
+75°F
9 May
☀️
+74°F
10 May
☀️
+74°F
11 May
☀️
+75°F
12 May
☀️
+75°F
13 May
☀️
+75°F
14 May
☀️
+76°F
15 May
☀️
+79°F
16 May
☀️
+78°F
17 May
☀️
+79°F
18 May
☀️
+79°F
19 May
☀️
+81°F
20 May
☀️
+85°F
21 May
☀️
+82°F
22 May
☀️
+86°F
23 May
☀️
+90°F
24 May
☀️
+78°F
25 May
☀️
+73°F
26 May
☀️
+77°F
27 May
☀️
+80°F
28 May
☀️
+84°F
29 May
☀️
+93°F
30 May
☀️
+88°F
31 May
☀️
+78°F
In May 2023 Alicante had 28 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +77°F, with an absolute maximum of +93°F and a minimum of +61°F. The average humidity was 66%, with a maximum of 95% and a minimum of 25%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Alicante climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Alicante in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+71°F) and the highest in 2012 (+86°F). The driest year was 2017 with only 0 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1992 with 66 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Alicante in May:

Is May a good time to visit Alicante?

Yes, May is a great time to go to Alicante, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Alicante.

Can you sunbathe in Alicante in May?

May has mild temperatures in Alicante. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Alicante rainy in May?

Alicante is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Alicante in May?

The amount of sunny days in Alicante during May varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Spain

Check out the weather for other cities in Spain.

Monthly weather in Alicante

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Alicante, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.