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Calella de Palafrugell in May
Calella de Palafrugell warms up: highs climb to 71°F (22°C), from 65°F in April, with lows of 58°F (14°C) and about 2.5 in (63 mm) of rain.
At 90/100 for comfort (5th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 71°F (22°C)
- Avg low
- 58°F (14°C)
- Rain
- 2.5 in (63 mm)
- Humidity
- 71%
- Cloud cover
- 52%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 22 min
- Comfort score
- 90/100 · Great
What May feels like
Highs settle around 71°F (22°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Lows average 58°F (14°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.5 in (63 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around May
May is one of Calella de Palafrugell's best months on the climate data.
- First warm month: highs reach 71°F, up from 65°F in April.
- Comfort holds steady from April (88 → 90/100).
- May sits inside the May – Jun, Sep window our Barcelona, Girona & the Costa Brava route recommends.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothes71°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Calella de Palafrugell in May
May is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Cap Roig Gardens
Clifftop botanic garden with sculptures above the sea.
Why now May scores 90/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Platja d'Aiguablava
Sheltered cove of turquoise water below Begur.
Why now Highs near 71°F and 2.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Les Voltes
Bar-restaurant under the beach arcades with seafood and bay views.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Can Gelpí
Calella's oldest tavern, open since 1912, known for flaming rum cremat.
Begur
Hill town with castle ruins and colonial-style Indianos houses.
Nearby in May
- Girona in May~20 mi · highs 70°F, 2.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Cadaqués in May~28 mi · highs 71°F, 2.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Barcelona in May~63 mi · highs 76°F, 1.9 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Avignon in May~164 mi · highs 75°F, 2.2 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Calella de Palafrugell in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Calella de Palafrugell?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 90/100. Expect highs of 71°F (22°C) and 2.5 in (63 mm) of rain. May is inside the May – Jun, Sep window our Barcelona, Girona & the Costa Brava route recommends.
How hot is Calella de Palafrugell in May?
Average highs are 71°F (22°C) and average lows 58°F (14°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Calella de Palafrugell in May?
Some: about 2.5 in (63 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 25.7 in (652 mm).
What should I pack for Calella de Palafrugell in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (71°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Calella de Palafrugell
Routes in season in May
- Barcelona, Girona & the Costa Brava May – Jun, Sep
Planning Calella de Palafrugell in May?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.