Your May weather guide
WarmWeather in Magaluf in May
May is a good fit for Magaluf if you want warm days rather than strong summer heat, but less suitable if swimming is the priority. Average highs are around 21°C, with nights around 17°C, so pack light clothes alongside an evening layer. The catch is the sea: at 18.4°C, it is bracing rather than comfortably warm. For a UK traveller, this is a month for spending time outdoors without relying on hot weather.
Long-term climate averages for Magaluf, not a forecast · 1991-2020
Magaluf, month by month
Your snapshot
At a glance
The useful details for Magaluf.
- Average daytime high
- 20.9°C
- 9 in 10 days stay below 24°C
- Average night-time low
- 16.6°C
- coldest 10% of nights: 14°C or lower
- Compared with London
- +4.3°C
- London averages 16.6°C in May
- Sea temperature
- 18.4°C
- year to year: 18°C to 19°C
- Sunshine per day (est.)
- 8.3h
- 58% of 14.2 h of daylight
- Rainy days (1 mm+)
- 5
- 29 mm over the month
- Humidity
- 74%
- Days over 25°C
- 6%
- none over 30°C
- Record high 1991-2020
- 28.8°C
- 2017-05-27
- Record low 1991-2020
- 9.8°C
- 1991-05-06
- Flight from London
- ≈ 2 h 24 min
- 1311 km, short-haul (estimate for a direct flight)
Records are observed extremes within 1991-2020, not typical holiday conditions. Warm-day percentages are shares of days, not day counts.
How May compares
May is the 6th warmest month of the year in Magaluf. Within Spain it is 72nd of 87 (Spain in May). Against London's average high of 16.6°C in May, Magaluf is 4.3°C warmer by day and 8.3°C warmer at night.
Daytime and night-time in May
The typical May day in Magaluf peaks at 20.9°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 24.0°C or more. Roughly 1 in 17 days top 25°C. Nights average 16.6°C; one night in ten drops to 14.0°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest May day here reached 28.8°C (2017-05-27) and the coldest night 9.8°C (1991-05-06).
Rain in May
Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 5 days with 1 mm or more, 29 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest May was 2008 with 140 mm, the driest 1994 with 2 mm. Humidity averages 74%.
Sea temperature in May
The sea averages 18.4°C - bracing (18-22°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 17.7°C to 19.4°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (26.6°C).
Sunshine and daylight
Around 8.3 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 14.2 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:36 and sets about 20:57 local time in mid-May. Average cloud cover is 42%.
Is May a good time to visit Magaluf?
It is a reasonable choice: warm days. The best months for Magaluf on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.
Warm enough for light clothes, not reliably hot
Magaluf's average daytime high is 4.3°C above London's in May, a useful step up in warmth without intense heat being the norm. T-shirts and light trousers or shorts are sensible daytime choices, with a jumper or light jacket for sitting outside after dark. The warmest days reach 24°C or more, but only 6% reach 25°C, so don't choose May expecting consistently hot afternoons. At midday, use sun protection even when the air feels mild. Cooler nights can fall to 14°C or below, making an extra layer useful if you tend to feel the cold. May suits travellers who prefer warmth to heat.
Plenty of outdoor time, with a cool sea
Around 8.3 hours of sunshine within 14.2 hours of daylight gives you scope to spend time outside, though that does not mean clear skies throughout the day. There are about 5 rainy days, so keep plans flexible and bring a light waterproof rather than assuming every outing will stay dry. The sea is the bigger compromise for a beach-focused holiday: its usual range of 18°C to 19°C is bracing. A short dip may appeal if you tolerate cool water, but lingering swims are less inviting. Choose May for time by the water and mild-weather relaxation, rather than for reliably comfortable sea swimming.
A little perspective
Magaluf through the year
May is highlighted. See how it compares with the rest of the year.
| Month | Day | Night | Sea | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14.0°C | 10.8°C | 14.8°C | 4.9 | 35 | 6 | 0% |
| February | 13.9°C | 10.3°C | 14.1°C | 5.7 | 32 | 6 | 0% |
| March | 15.6°C | 11.7°C | 14.4°C | 6.6 | 26 | 5 | 0% |
| April | 17.6°C | 13.6°C | 15.7°C | 7.2 | 37 | 7 | 0% |
| MaySelected | 20.9°C | 16.6°C | 18.4°C | 8.3 | 29 | 5 | 6% |
| Junebest | 25.0°C | 20.4°C | 22.1°C | 10.7 | 16 | 3 | 49% |
| Julybest | 28.1°C | 23.4°C | 25.3°C | 12.1 | 5 | 1 | 93% |
| Augustbest | 28.6°C | 24.2°C | 26.6°C | 10.5 | 16 | 2 | 96% |
| September | 25.6°C | 21.7°C | 25.3°C | 7.3 | 44 | 7 | 65% |
| October | 22.1°C | 18.6°C | 22.6°C | 5.6 | 53 | 8 | 10% |
| November | 17.8°C | 14.7°C | 19.2°C | 4.8 | 51 | 8 | 0% |
| December | 15.1°C | 12.1°C | 16.4°C | 4.7 | 38 | 6 | 0% |
Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.
Day, night and sea
Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020
- Day
- Night
- Sea
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A little more detail
Magaluf in May FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Is Magaluf hot in May?
Magaluf is warm in May: the average daytime high is 20.9°C and nights average 16.6°C. Roughly 1 in 17 May days reach 25°C.
Can you swim in the sea in Magaluf in May?
The sea around Magaluf averages 18.4°C in May, which is bracing - fine for a quick dip, cool for long swims. Between 1991 and 2020 it ranged from 18°C to 19°C depending on the year.
How much does it rain in Magaluf in May?
Magaluf sees about 5 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 29 mm of rain in a typical May. The wettest May between 1991 and 2020 was 2008 (140 mm) and the driest was 1994 (2 mm).
How sunny is Magaluf in May?
Magaluf gets around 8.3 hours of sunshine a day in May out of 14.2 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).
How does Magaluf compare with the UK in May?
Magaluf is on average 4.3°C warmer than London by day in May (20.9°C against 16.6°C).
What is the hottest May on record in Magaluf?
Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest May day in Magaluf reached 28.8°C on 2017-05-27, and the coldest night dropped to 9.8°C on 1991-05-06.
Is Magaluf hot enough for sunbathing in May?
Sunny afternoons can suit sunbathing if you are comfortable with mild warmth. Average highs are 20.9°C, however, and days reaching 25°C are uncommon. Expect warm spells rather than dependable heat, and keep a layer handy for cooler conditions.
Will I need a jacket in the evenings?
A light jacket or jumper is sensible. The average night low is 16.6°C, while the coldest nights reach 14°C or lower. If you plan to sit outdoors after dark, don't rely on daytime clothing alone.
Should I choose May or wait until summer?
Choose May if warm rather than hot weather suits you and a bracing sea is acceptable. June, July and August are stronger choices overall in the weather ratings. May makes more sense when avoiding strong heat matters more than swimming comfort.
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid) and NOAA Coral Reef Watch 5 km sea temperatures, 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at Magaluf. Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 3.7 km from that point. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C