May · Spain
Best time to visit Nerja in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Nerja in May
Average temperature 22°C, 38 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 57% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
9.2/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 38 mm
- Humidity
- 57%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Nerja scores 9.2/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 22°C, 38 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Nerja's Balcón de Europa and cliff-backed coves make it the eastern Costa del Sol's calmest resort.
May in Nerja — one of the year's strongest windows (5th)
May averages 22°C (71°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Expect 38 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.1 daylight hours.
A 9.2/10 puts this among the year's best months in Nerja (5th of 12); only June scores higher, at 10/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Nerja in May?
- In May, Nerja averages 22°C, 38 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.2/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Nerja?
- May earns a 9.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Nerja in May?
- Expect about 38 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 57% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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