What is the weather like in Ponta Delgada in May?

Expect temperatures between 15°C and 19°C with 28% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Ponta Delgada in May?

Ponta Delgada in May scores 62/100 based on 30 years of climate data. A reasonable choice for your trip.

Who should visit Ponta Delgada in May?

May in Ponta Delgada is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers, Adventure seekers.

Ponta Delgada Weather in May | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

19°C

Hottest around day 31

Avg Low

15°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

14days

28% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Sea Temperature in May

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

18.2°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🏊Pleasant

Comfortable for most swimmers

Swim Rating

👍Good for swimming

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Coastal Waters

Ocean

Ponta Delgada coastline

Essential Travel Info for Ponta Delgada

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Currency

EUR

€ Euro

Language

Portuguese

Driving

Right side

Safety

Very High Safety

GPI: 1.301

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Low Traffic

28/ 100

Traffic Index

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Key Connections

Lisbon Portela (LIS)

Lajes Field (TER)

Porto Francisco de Sá Carneiro (OPO)

Horta (HOR)

Vila do Porto Santa Maria (SMA)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

6 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Portugal. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Portugal.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Portugal.If rabies exposures occur while in Portugal, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Yellow Fever

CDC recommendations:Vaccine isnotrecommended.Country entry requirements:Vaccine isnotrequired.Updated April 23, 2025

Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is May a Good Time to Visit Ponta Delgada?

👌A reasonable choice for your trip(62/100)

Short Answer

Perfect travel weather awaits in Ponta Delgada during May - 19°C highs, 81% humidity, and 28% rain probability make this an optimal time for outdoor activities.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Very high humidity

81% average humidity

Rough sea conditions

1.63m average wave height - Surfers Only

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Leishmaniasis, Zika

Plenty of sunshine

11.4h of sunshine daily

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

46% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather
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Adventure seekers
1.63m waves - good for surfing and water sports

Who Should Avoid

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Elderly travelers
81% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Ponta Delgada in May averages 19°C with 28% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Ponta Delgada in May

What are the temperatures in Ponta Delgada in May?

Daytime highs average 19°C, nights drop to 15°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Ponta Delgada in May?

Expect around 14 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Ponta Delgada in May?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is May peak season in Ponta Delgada?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Ponta Delgada Weather in May

Sea Temperature in May

Ponta Delgada May Weather Calendar

Essential Travel Info for Ponta Delgada

Travel Intelligence

Smart Flight Estimator

Flight Connectivity Analysis

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Key Connections

Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

Measles

Rabies

Yellow Fever

Is May a Good Time to Visit Ponta Delgada?

Decision Factors

Good For

Who Should Avoid

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