Weather in Nerja for May 2026
In general, the average temperature in Nerja at the beginning of May is 19.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 24.4 °C by the end of May.
Precipitation in Nerja during May is a rare event, with an average of fewer than 2 rainy days.
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Nerja Weather May
Temperatures trend during May in Nerja
May weather in Nerja day by day
Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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1 May | Light drizzle | 19° /14° | 0.3 mm | 4 | |
2 May | Overcast | 19° /12° | 2.2 mm | 5 | |
3 May | Overcast | 20° /13° | 0 mm | 5 | |
4 May | Sunny | 20° /13° | 0 mm | 5 | |
5 May | Overcast | 20° /14° | 0 mm | 5 | |
6 May | Overcast | 22° /15° | 0 mm | 5 | |
7 May | Sunny | 19° /14° | 0 mm | 5 | |
8 May | Overcast | 19° /14° | 0.3 mm | 4 | |
9 May | Partly cloudy | 20° /14° | 0 mm | 6 | |
10 May | Overcast | 20° /15° | 0.5 mm | 5 | |
11 May | Patchy rain possible | 21° /15° | 0 mm | 6 | |
12 May | Sunny | 22° /14° | 0 mm | 6 | |
13 May | Sunny | 21° /15° | 0 mm | 6 | |
14 May | Sunny | 22° /15° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
15 May | Sunny | 22° /14° | 0 mm | 6 | |
16 May | Sunny | 21° /14° | 0 mm | 6 | |
17 May | Sunny | 22° /15° | 0 mm | 6 | |
18 May | Sunny | 22° /14° | 0 mm | 6 | |
19 May | Overcast | 22° /15° | 0.1 mm | 5 | |
20 May | Sunny | 21° /14° | 0 mm | 6 | |
21 May | Sunny | 22° /15° | 0 mm | 6 | |
22 May | Sunny | 22° /14° | 0 mm | 6 | |
23 May | Overcast | 20° /15° | 1.5 mm | 5 | |
24 May | Patchy rain possible | 20° /15° | 0.2 mm | 5 | |
25 May | Sunny | 22° /15° | 0 mm | 6 | |
26 May | Sunny | 24° /16° | 0 mm | 6 | |
27 May | Sunny | 24° /17° | 0 mm | 7 | |
28 May | Sunny | 24° /16° | 0 mm | 7 | |
29 May | Sunny | 25° /16° | 0 mm | 7 | |
30 May | Sunny | 26° /18° | 0 mm | 7 | |
31 May | Sunny | 26° /18° | 0.1 mm | 7 | |
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Nerja in May - FAQ
Nerja water temperatures in May
The average water temperature of the Mediterranean Sea near Nerja in May is 18.8 °C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent throughout the month.
- What is the water temperature in Nerja in May?
- The average water temperature in Nerja in May is 18.8 °C.
- Can you swim in Nerja in May?
- Refreshing and invigorating. Expect to feel chilled after 10–20 minutes; a shorty wetsuit extends water time, especially at dawn.
What to pack to Nerja in May?
As you prepare for your trip to Nerja in May, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Nerja, during May, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
- Clothing
- Layered Clothing: Light sweaters, long-sleeve shirts, light jackets, and comfortable pants
- Accessories
- Sunglasses: For sun protection
- Sun Hats: Wide-brimmed hats for sun protection in warm weather
May rainfall patterns in Nerja
UV exposure in Nerja during May
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