May · Spain
Best time to visit Picos de Europa in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Picos de Europa in May
Average temperature 10°C, 46 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.9/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 10°C
- Rainfall
- 46 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Picos de Europa scores 8.9/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 10°C, 46 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
The Picos de Europa's limestone peaks rise above Asturias, Cantabria and León in northern Spain.
May ranks 4th of 12 for Picos de Europa — one of the best windows
Expect 10°C (50°F) in May. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
Budget for roughly 46 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.5 hours of daylight to work around it.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Picos de Europa at 8.9/10 (4th of 12), just behind July at 9.8/10.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Picos de Europa in May?
- In May, Picos de Europa averages 10°C, 46 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.9/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Picos de Europa?
- May earns a 8.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Picos de Europa in May?
- Expect about 46 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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