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Girona in May
Girona warms up: highs climb to 70°F (21°C), from 64°F in April, with lows of 57°F (14°C) and about 2.5 in (63 mm) of rain.
At 88/100 for comfort (5th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 70°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 57°F (14°C)
- Rain
- 2.5 in (63 mm)
- Humidity
- 71%
- Cloud cover
- 58%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 23 min
- Comfort score
- 88/100 · Great
What May feels like
Days are warm, averaging 70°F (21°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 57°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 Girona's best months on the climate data.
- First warm month: highs reach 70°F, up from 64°F in April.
- Comfort improves from 85/100 in April to 88/100.
- May sits inside the May – Jun, Sep window our Barcelona, Girona & the Costa Brava route recommends.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothes70°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 Girona in May
May is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Passeig de la Muralla
Walk along the medieval city walls with towers and views over rooftops.
Why now May scores 88/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Besalú
Medieval town with a fortified bridge, 30 minutes north.
Arab Baths
12th-century Romanesque bathhouse with a columned skylight.
El Celler de Can Roca
Three-Michelin-star restaurant of the Roca brothers.
Lake Banyoles
Natural lake with a shady walking loop and rowing boats.
Why now Highs near 70°F and 2.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in May
- Calella de Palafrugell in May~20 mi · highs 71°F, 2.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Cadaqués in May~32 mi · highs 71°F, 2.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Barcelona in May~53 mi · highs 76°F, 1.9 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Avignon in May~169 mi · highs 75°F, 2.2 in rain · 3°C (5°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.
Girona in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Girona?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 88/100. Expect highs of 70°F (21°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 Girona in May?
Average highs are 70°F (21°C) and average lows 57°F (14°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Girona 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 Girona in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (70°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).
Routes in season in May
- Barcelona, Girona & the Costa Brava May – Jun, Sep
Planning Girona 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.