May · Spain
Best time to visit Lanzarote in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Lanzarote in May
Average temperature 19°C, 20 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 73% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.3/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 19°C
- Rainfall
- 20 mm
- Humidity
- 73%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Lanzarote scores 8.3/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 19°C, 20 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Lanzarote is a volcanic island of black lava fields, whitewashed villages, and vineyards planted in ash hollows, shaped in part by César Manrique.
May holds up well in Lanzarote — 7th best month
May averages 19°C (67°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Expect 20 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.6 daylight hours.
It scores 8.3/10 here, 7th of 12 months, against 9.6/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Lanzarote in May?
- In May, Lanzarote averages 19°C, 20 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.3/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Lanzarote?
- May earns a 8.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Lanzarote in May?
- Expect about 20 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 73% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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