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 16 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 23 mm of precipitation over an average of 6 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+72°F
Avg. max. temperature
+46°F
Min.
+93°F
Max.
23 mm
Total precipitation
64%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
16 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
6 🌦
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 +79°F during the day to a minimum of +55°F during the night, the temperature in May averages around +73°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +75°F to +75°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:
Water temperature in Alicante in May
Water in Alicante in May is Fresh. It varies from +62°F to +71°F, with an average of +66°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +72°F.
In May, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Alicante are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +79°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +58°F.
Can you swim in Alicante in May?
Water temperature (+66°F) in Alicante in May might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Alicante in May
Alicante weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+66°F
+72°F
+79°F
Min. temperature
+41°F
+46°F
+55°F
Max. temperature
+91°F
+93°F
+97°F
Rainfall
32 mm
23 mm
7 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+62°F
+66°F
+73°F
Humidity
64%
64%
64%
Air pressure
1013 HPa
1014 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
13
16
20
Cloudy days
8
8
6
Rainy days
8
6
3
Snowy days
0
0
0
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 23 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 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 13 to 16.
June brings much the same weather, it remains great.
Wind speed in Alicante in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
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
Typically, there is a 35% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 98 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 36 mm, which is moderate rain.May is a pretty wet month with over 11 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
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 26% chance of precipitation and 39 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% 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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+74°F
2 May
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+77°F
3 May
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+74°F
4 May
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+78°F
5 May
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+73°F
6 May
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+76°F
7 May
☀️
+76°F
8 May
☀️
+77°F
9 May
☀️
+78°F
10 May
☀️
+73°F
11 May
☀️
+72°F
12 May
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+70°F
13 May
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+69°F
14 May
☀️
+73°F
15 May
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+75°F
16 May
☀️
+73°F
17 May
☀️
+71°F
18 May
☀️
+70°F
19 May
🌧️
+68°F
20 May
☀️
+70°F
21 May
☀️
+70°F
22 May
🌧️
+71°F
23 May
🌧️
+66°F
24 May
🌧️
+70°F
25 May
☀️
+75°F
26 May
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+72°F
27 May
🌧️
+77°F
28 May
☀️
+74°F
29 May
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+75°F
30 May
🌧️
+73°F
31 May
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+75°F
In May 2023 Alicante had 23 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +73°F, with an absolute maximum of +79°F and a minimum of +66°F. The average humidity was 73%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 37%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in May?
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 1993 (+68°F) and the highest in 2022 (+75°F). The driest year was 1995 with only 126 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 672 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!
Can you swim in Alicante in May?
In general, you can swim in Alicante in May, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +66°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
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.
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, 2023.
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.
