2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Ponta Delgada in May

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

May is an excellent time to visit Ponta Delgada. Ponta Delgada has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 19°C, lows of 15°C, and approximately 19 rainy days per month.

Avg High

19°C

Avg Low

15°C

Rainy days

19days

Daylight

14.2h

Is May a good time to visit Ponta Delgada?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:35 AM

Sunset

8:45 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 18°C 15°C 18 Wet
February 18°C 13°C 11 Good
March 17°C 13°C 17 Wet
April 18°C 14°C 20 Wet
May 19°C 15°C 19 Excellent (best)
June 20°C 16°C 15 Excellent (best)
July 23°C 18°C 6 Excellent (best)
August 25°C 21°C 19 Excellent (best)
September 23°C 19°C 15 Excellent (best)
October 21°C 18°C 10 Good
November 18°C 14°C 12 Good
December 17°C 14°C 12 Good

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for May

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

Planning a trip to Ponta Delgada?

Common Questions

Is May a good time to visit Ponta Delgada? +

May is typically Excellent for visiting Ponta Delgada, with average highs of 19°C and around 19 rainy days.

What should I pack for Ponta Delgada in May? +

With highs of 19°C and lows of 15°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Ponta Delgada in May? +

Ponta Delgada typically sees around 19 rainy days in May.

How many hours of daylight are there in Ponta Delgada in May? +

In May, Ponta Delgada gets approximately 14.2 hours of daylight per day.

Is May peak season in Ponta Delgada? +

Yes, May is peak season in Ponta Delgada. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit Ponta Delgada? +

The best months to visit Ponta Delgada are May, June, July, August, September, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Atlantic/Azores)

Last Updated: January 2026

May

19° / 15°
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