La Palma weather in May
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies. Average highs of 23°C and lows of 17°C, with around 4 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit La Palma. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
23°C
Average low
17°C
Rainy days
4 days
Best months to visit
May, June, July, August, September, October
What to do in La Palma in May
Whatever the weather, La Palma rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Hike to Caldera de Taburiente crater and lake
Stargaze at the Roque de los Muchachos observatory area
Beach at Puerto de Naos or Playa Échentive
Visit the Visitor Centre for volcanic and ecological information
Explore tiny coastal villages like Tijarafe
Hike the northern island's laurel forests
What to pack for May
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
20C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
February
20C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
March
21C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
April
22C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
Recommended
May (you are here)
23C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
June
25C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
July
28C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
August
29C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
September
27C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
October
26C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
November
23C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
December
21C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
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