May · Spain
Best time to visit Altea in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Altea in May
Average temperature 19°C, 41 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 72% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
9.5/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 19°C
- Rainfall
- 41 mm
- Humidity
- 72%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Altea scores 9.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 19°C, 41 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Altea is a whitewashed hill town on Spain's Costa Blanca, crowned by a blue-domed church above the seafront.
May ranks 2nd of 12 for Altea — one of the best windows
At 19°C (67°F) this is comfortable city weather in May, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
With around 41 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 one of the strongest months of the year for Altea at 9.5/10 (2nd of 12), just behind April at 9.7/10.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Altea in May?
- In May, Altea averages 19°C, 41 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.5/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Altea?
- May earns a 9.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Altea in May?
- Expect about 41 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 72% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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