☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 22°C
It's mild at 22°C — warm enough for sightseeing but you may want a light layer for evenings. Algarve in May has an average air temperature of 22°C with sea temperatures around 18°C. You can expect 10 hours of sunshine per day and 15mm of rainfall, which means minimal rainfall — mostly dry and sunny.
At 18°C the sea is quite cold. A wetsuit is recommended if you plan to swim. With 10 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Pack light layers, a jumper for evenings, comfortable walking shoes, and a rain jacket.
Algarve offers mild weather in May — great for culture and sightseeing. The average flight time from the UK is comfortable and there are usually good deals available for this time of year.
Here's how Algarve stacks up against similar destinations in May:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Algarve | 22°C | 18°C | 15mm | 10h |
| Bodrum | 22°C | 20°C | 15mm | 10h |
| Crete | 22°C | 20°C | 10mm | 11h |
| Tenerife | 22°C | 20°C | 3mm | 9h |
| Turkish Riviera | 22°C | 21°C | 20mm | 10h |
| Corfu | 21°C | 19°C | 30mm | 9h |
See how Algarve's temperature changes throughout the year:
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Yes, Algarve in May has average temperatures of 22°C, making it a warm destination. Sea temperatures are 18°C.
The sea at 18°C is cold — a wetsuit is recommended.
Pack light layers, a jumper for evenings, comfortable walking shoes, and a rain jacket.
May is decent for visiting Algarve — not too hot, good for sightseeing.
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