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Costa Brava in May: weather, sea & travel advice

Costa Brava in May is especially suited to city breaks and active holidays and hiking. Days are around 21 °C (mild), and the sea is about 17 °C. With about 6 rainy days it is dry.

Felsige Buchten an der Costa BravaCosta Brava · MayPhoto: Txllxt TxllxT · CC BY-SA 4.0

Climate facts

Day
21 °C
Night
14 °C
Sea
17 °C
Rainy days
6 rainy days
Sun
8 h/day
Humidity
71 %

Suitability by travel type

BeachLimited61/100
City breakExcellent97/100
ActiveExcellent93/100
FamilyLimited64/100

In favour

  • No particular highlights.

To consider

  • Sea still cool (17 °C)

All months at a glance

Daytime temperature°C
12
J
13
F
15
M
18
A
21
M
25
J
28
J
28
A
25
S
21
O
16
N
13
D
Rainy daysdays
5
J
5
F
6
M
6
A
6
M
4
J
3
J
4
A
6
S
7
O
6
N
6
D

Similar destinations in May

Frequently asked questions

How warm is Costa Brava in May?

Daytime highs average around 21 °C, with nights around 14 °C.

Can you swim in Costa Brava in May?

The sea is about 17 °C (cold).

Does it rain a lot in Costa Brava in May?

On the long-term average, expect about 6 rainy days.

When is the best time to visit Costa Brava?

The most favourable months are usually the ones highlighted on the overview page. Values are historical averages, not a forecast.