May Weather in Gibraltar - 2023

The small British settlement of Gibraltar is a mystical place to be. The town resides on the west side of the 'Rock of Gibraltar' and features an extraordinary collection of deep history and culture. Casually resting on the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula, Gibraltar has called upon many travel enthusiasts who look forward to a unique and memorable experience. It is preferred by many snowbirds for its friendly climate, compact size, and amusing placement as even though the town is bordered by Spain, it is British to the core. The town is perfect for a fascinating little winter escape.

May weather in Gibraltar

To get a good overview of the type of weather you can expect in May in Gibraltar, we will look at the day and night temperature, minimum and maximum water temperature, and if May is comfortable or humid

Generally, May in Gibraltar will be really nice. Historical data shows that you can expect an average temperature of around 77°F / 25°C. As the humidty is low, it will feel very comfortable. During the night, it will cool down to around 55°F / 13°C.

Gibraltar has some rainy days in May. You can expect around 6 rainy days, with on average 1.1 inches / 29 mm of rain during the whole month.

May weather in Gibraltar in more detail

To get a better feeling for the type of weather, you can expect in May in Gibraltar, we will look at the temperature, rain, wind, humidity, water temperature, and sun and clouds

- What will the temperature be in Gibraltar in May

Generally, you can expect in May an average temperature of 77°F / 25°C during the day and an average of 55°F / 13°C during the night. In May, during the warmest part of the afternoon, the temperature can often get as high as 89°F / 32°C, and at the end of the night, it can get as low as 48°F / 9°C.

When looking at the whole year, January is the coldest month, with an average temperature of around 60°F / 16°C. July and August are the hottest months, with an average temperature of around 93°F / 34°C. When comparing May with the temperature in the month before and after, this is slightly higher than April, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 69°F / 21°C. And slightly less than June, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 86°F / 30°C.

But average temperatures only tell half of the story. It is also good to check the maximum and minimum temperatures. When looking at the whole year, July and August are the hottest months, with a temperature of around 104°F / 40°C. January is the coldest month, with a temperature of around 69°F / 21°C. When comparing May with the temperature in the month before and after, this is slightly higher than April, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 82°F / 28°C. And slightly less than June, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 96°F / 36°C.

In the following graph, you can see how many cold and hot days you can expect in Gibraltar each month:

- Can you expect rain in May in Gibraltar?

Generally, you can expect about 6 rain days in May, with on average 1.1 inches / 29 mm of rain.

When looking at the whole year, July is the dryest month, with an average rainfall of around 0.1 inches / 2 mmmm. December is the wettest month, with an average rainfall of around 5 inches / 126 mmmm. When comparing May with the month before and after, this is a lot less than April, which sees around 2.4 inches / 60 mm of rain. And a lot more than June, which sees around 0.2 inches / 6 mm of rain

If we look at the number of days with rain, July is the month with the least amount of rain days with an average of between 0 and 1 days. December is the month with the most rain days with an average of between 9 and 10 days. When comparing May with the month before and after, this is almost equal to April, which sees an average of between 7 and 8 days of rain. And slightly more than June, which sees around 2 days of rain

- What will the water temperature be in Gibraltar for May

You can expect in May, the water temperature for Gibraltar to be between 69°F / 21°C and 62°F / 17°C.

To compare the water temperature we will use the maximum water temperature. You can expect this temperature on a more sunny day, close to the shore, when the wind does not mix the relatively warmer and colder water.

August has the highest water temperature, with an average of between 75°F / 24°C and 77°F / 25°C. February has the lowest water temperature, with around 62°F / 17°C. When comparing the water temperature from May with the month before and after, May has a water temperature almost equal to April, with a water temperature of around 66°F / 19°C. And slightly less than the water temperature from June, that is around 73°F / 23°C.

- Can you expect in May a lot of sunny days in Gibraltar

Generally, you can expect around 7 sunny days in May and around 20 partly sunny days. The remaining days will be cloudy.

When looking at the whole year, June is the month with the highest number of sunny days, with around 11 sunny days. October is the month with the lowest number of sunny days, with an average of between 6 and 7 sunny days. When comparing May with the number of sunny days in the month before and after, it is almost equal to April, with an average of between 7 and 8 sunny days. And slightly less than June, with around 11 sunny days

We have looked at the sunny days in Gibraltar. Let's also look at the cloudy or overcast days. December is the month with the highest number of cloudy days, with an average of between 9 and 10 cloudy days. July is the month with the lowest number of cloudy days, with an average of between 0 and 1 cloudy days. When comparing May with the number of cloudy days in the month before and after, it is slightly lower than April, with an average of between 6 and 7 cloudy days. And slightly more than June, with around 1 cloudy day

- Will it be comfortable in May in Gibraltar?

Generally, May in Gibraltar will have a low humidty, and will feel very comfortable.

We use the humidity and temperature in Gibraltar to calculate the Wintersun Expert Comfort level for each month. The lower the Wintersun Expert Comfort level, the more comfortable it will be. Only for certain people, extremely dry air can feel slightly uncomfortable.

When looking at the whole year, January has the lowest humidity, with a Wintersun Expert comfort level of "comfortable" (very dry air). July has the highest humidity, with a Wintersun Expert comfort level of "comfortable" (not very humid). When comparing May with the month before and after, this is slightly more than April, which has a Wintersun Comfort level of "very comfortable" (dry air). And almost equal to June, which has a Wintersun Comfort level of "comfortable" (not very humid)

What to do in Gibraltar in May

Gibraltar is full of surprises. It has many interesting sights for you to see and explore. Some of the most famous attractions in the area include:

• St. Michael's Cave: A large network of limestone caves located on the Rock with enormous stalactites and stalagmites. Known to the Romans and Greeks in ancient times, this mystical sight has many legends associated with it and is considered to be a top priority for Gibraltar visitors.
• The Moorish Castle: This historic landmark dates back to the 8th century and looks down on the old town of Gibraltar. Although parts of the castle got destroyed over time, it still stands tall. The Castle is a significant part of the town till today as it depicts the bravery of the leaders of the ancient times through the battle scars inflicted during the numerous sieges.
• Gibraltar Museum: Highlights the different cultural and historic aspects of Gibraltar. Established back in 1930, this museum features an outstanding collection of different exhibits including Roman anchors and geological origins from the Jurassic Period.
• Apes of Gibraltar: The town is quite famous for its Barbary macaques which is a rare Moroccan breed of monkeys without tails. You can visit the Gibraltar Natural Reserve which is the best place to spot them. Try keeping a safe distance though because these monkeys can bite too.
• The Great Siege Tunnels: These tunnels were initially carved by the British military when they were trying to protect The Rock from the Spanish forces. Even till today, these tunnels are considered an engineering marvel. There are guided tours that take you through the tunnels and enlighten you with its interesting history in detail.
• The Alameda: Gibraltar Botanic Gardens: The beautiful botanical gardens are perfect for a day out to relax and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the charming town. Spend your afternoons walking through the decorated lawns and admire the beauty of the luxuriant subtropical vegetation.

Is it humid in Gibraltar in May?

A lot of people ask interested in the humidity or relative humidity for Gibraltar in May. But the real question they want to ask is not about humidity but the amount of moisture in the air. Or better, about comfort. Will it be comfortable in May in Gibraltar, or will high humidity make it uncomfortable.

To answer this question, we have to look at the dew point. Relative humidity can change a lot in Gibraltar during the day and night, as it changes when the amount of moisture changes and, but also when the temperature changes. It is a lot less reliable for comfort. Where the dew point only varies with the amount of moisture in the air.

Looking at the dew point, we can see that for the month of May, you can expect that Gibraltar will have a low humidty, and will feel very comfortable.

January is the month with the most comfort. It will have very dry air, and can feel somewhat uncomfortable for some people. But will be fine for most.. July is the most uncomfortable month. It will not be very humid, and will feel comfortable. In the graph, you can see that there is some difference between the most comfortable and most uncomfortable months

Is May a good time to go to Gibraltar?

Trying to answer the question of whether May is a good time to go to Gibraltar is not as easy as it first seems. Some people like colder weather, and others prefer a warmer climate. Some are fine with some humidity, and others are not. If your location has air conditioning, the night temperature is less important.

These are some examples. I will try to answer the question with a more generic person in mind. The more detailed information in this article should be enough to check further if this applies to you as well.

If we look at the average temperature for Gibraltar in May, we can see that it will be fine for most people. In May, you can expect it to be really nice, with an average temperature of around 77°F / 25°C. As the humidty is low, it will feel very comfortable. During the night, it will be around 55°F / 13°C.

As the number of overcast days is not high, you can enjoy the sun with around 7 sunny days and 20 partly sunny days.

The last aspect we will look at is rain. You can expect around 6 rainy days, with on average 1.1 inches / 29 mm of rain during May. More then 5 days rain per month makes the chance higher you will see some rain during a shorter stay. But a day with rain does not mean a day you can not enjoy.

We have looked at the average day temperature, the night temperature, humidity, the number of overcast days, and the rain. We think that May a good time to go to Gibraltar for most visitors.

Does it rain all day in Gibraltar in May?

In Gibraltar, it does not rain all day in May. You can expect around 6 rainy days, with on average 1.1 inches / 29 mm of rain during the month.

Another way of looking at the rain is the number of sunny days. For Gibraltar, there are, on average 7 sunny days and 20 partly sunny days in May. That clearly shows that it is not raining all the time.

Is May the rainiest month in Gibraltar?

May is not the month with the most rainy days, and not the month with the most rain.

To answer what the rainiest month is in Gibraltar, we will both look at the month with the most rain, and the month with the highest number of rainy days.

December is the month with the the highest number of rainiest days. On average, you can expect 9 days with rain. July is the month with the lowest number of rainy days, with aproximately 1 day.

December is the month with the most rain. This is not equal as the one with the most rainy days. On average, you can expect 5 inches / 126 mm of rain. July is the month with the least amount of rain. This is not the same month as the one with the lowest number of rainy days. You can expect approximately 0.1 inches / 2 mm of rain.

Is May the most sunniest month in Gibraltar?

May is not the month with the most sunny days, not the month with the most partly sunny days, and it is not the month with the lowest number of overcast days.

To answer what the sunniest month is in Gibraltar, we will of course look at the month with the most sunniest days, but also look at the month with the biggest number of days that are sunny or partly sunny.

June is the month with the highest number of sunny days. On average, you can expect 7 sunny days, and 20 partly suny days. October is the month with the lowest number of sunny days.

July is the month with the highest number of sunny days and partly sunny days combined. While February is the month with the lowest number of sunny days and partly sunny days combined.

The last thing we will look at is the number of overcast days. July is the month with the lowest number of overcast days. While December is the month with the highest number of overcast days.

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Weather in Gibraltar in other months

• Weather in Gibraltar for January
• Weather in Gibraltar for February
• Weather in Gibraltar for March
• Weather in Gibraltar for April
• Weather in Gibraltar for June
• Weather in Gibraltar for July
• Weather in Gibraltar for August
• Weather in Gibraltar for September
• Weather in Gibraltar for October
• Weather in Gibraltar for November
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