What to pack for Palma in May
- t-shirts and light layers
- a light jacket for evenings
- a packable rain layer
Humidity averages 67%; max daily wind around 16 km/h.
How May compares
Best months in Palma: February–May & October–December. See the full best time to visit Palma guide.
Palma in May: the details
In May, Palma sees average daytime highs of 24°C (75°F) and overnight lows of 15°C (59°F). Rainfall totals roughly 48 mm across 7.7 rainy days, and the sun shines about 12.2 hours per day with 14.2 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 67%.
In context: May is the 6th-warmest month and the 5th-wettest in Palma. The sunniest month is July (13.7 h/day).
| Metric | May average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 24°C / 75°F |
| Overnight low | 15°C / 59°F |
| Rainfall | 48 mm over 7.7 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 12.2 h/day (14.2 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 67% |
| Travel score | 9.8 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Palma, Spain (39.57, 2.65) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Palma in May?
Daytime highs in Palma in May average 24°C (75°F); nights drop to about 15°C.
Does it rain in Palma in May?
Expect around 7.7 rainy days and 48 mm of rainfall in May.
Is May a good time to visit Palma?
May is one of the best months to visit Palma. Overall travel score: 9.8/10. The best months are February–May & October–December.
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