Late spring · Weather & things to do
Granada in May
Granada warms up: highs climb to 73°F (23°C), from 65°F in April, with lows of 54°F (12°C) and about 0.9 in (24 mm) of rain.
At 94/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 73°F (23°C)
- Avg low
- 54°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 0.9 in (24 mm)
- Humidity
- 58%
- Cloud cover
- 47%
- Daylight
- ~14 h
- Comfort score
- 94/100 · Great
What May feels like
Days are warm, averaging 73°F (23°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 54°F (12°C).
Rain is scarce: about 0.9 in (24 mm) for the whole month.
Plan around May
May is one of Granada's best months on the climate data.
- First warm month: highs reach 73°F, up from 65°F in April.
- Comfort improves from 91/100 in April to 94/100.
- May sits inside the Mar – May, Oct – Nov window our Andalusia: Moorish Cities & Ronda route recommends.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 73°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Granada in May
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Mirador de San Nicolás
Plaza in the Albaicín with a direct view of the Alhambra and mountains.
Why now May scores 94/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Carrera del Darro
Riverside street below the Alhambra lined with stone bridges and old facades.
Why now Highs near 73°F and 0.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Los Diamantes
Busy bar for fried fish and seafood tapas.
Sacromonte Caves Museum
Cave homes on a hillside show the history of the Sacromonte community.
Sierra Nevada
Mainland Spain's highest range; ski in winter, hike in summer, 45 minutes away.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in May
- Córdoba in May~81 mi · highs 82°F, 1.3 in rain · 5°C (8°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Ronda in May~91 mi · highs 66°F, 1.1 in rain · 4°C (8°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Seville in May~132 mi · highs 83°F, 1.1 in rain · 5°C (10°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Fes in May~232 mi · highs 82°F, 1.5 in rain · 5°C (9°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.
Granada in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Granada?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 94/100. Expect highs of 73°F (23°C) and 0.9 in (24 mm) of rain. May is inside the Mar – May, Oct – Nov window our Andalusia: Moorish Cities & Ronda route recommends.
How hot is Granada in May?
Average highs are 73°F (23°C) and average lows 54°F (12°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Granada in May?
Not much: about 0.9 in (24 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 15.7 in (400 mm).
What should I pack for Granada in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 73°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Granada
Routes in season in May
- Andalusia: Moorish Cities & Ronda Mar – May, Oct – Nov
Planning Granada in May?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.