May · Portugal
Best time to visit Évora in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Évora in May
Average temperature 19°C, 17 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 63% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
10.0/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 19°C
- Rainfall
- 17 mm
- Humidity
- 63%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
May in Évora scores 10.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 19°C, 17 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Évora's Roman temple, aqueduct and chapel of bones sit inside Alentejo walls and a UNESCO-listed old town.
May in Évora tops the year's climate scores
At 19°C (66°F) this is comfortable city weather in May, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
With around 17 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.1 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Évora at 10/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.
Budget for peak pricing, and crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Évora in May?
- In May, Évora averages 19°C, 17 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 10.0/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Évora?
- May earns a 10.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Évora in May?
- Expect about 17 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 63% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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