May 1 is generally a great time to visit Malaga. While there is a slight chance of rain (16%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 21°C weather. You'll find plenty of company in Malaga this month as tourism activity remains quite robust. Note: May 1 is Labour Day in Malaga, so expect special events, closures, and festive atmosphere.
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Essential Travel Info for Malaga
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
Spanish
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Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.603
Malaga Weather Forecast for May 1
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 21.1°C. 16% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Malaga in May
Based on historical data for May 1, Malaga typically experiences temperatures between 14°C and 21.1°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (16% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Malaga
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
21.1°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
14°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
21.2°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
16%
Avg 0.9mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
47%
Overcast
Pressure
1014.7 hPa
Medium volatility
Malaga Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 90% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30+ required, seek shade
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 20:00
Type I-II
🔴 13 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 20 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 33 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
14.5°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
⚠️ Mixed Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Holiday
Labour Day
Flight Traffic
Busy
72/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~298
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Malaga
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:25
☀️ Noon
13:16
🌇 Sunset
20:06
⏱️ Daylight
13h 41m
Wind Speed
13.8 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
11.2 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
66%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Malaga
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Malaga on May 1 averages 21.1°C with a 16% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Malaga Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Malaga Worth Visiting on May 1?
Planning a trip to Malaga on May 1? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 21.1°C with a 16% historical precipitation risk.
🎉 Local Event: The date coincides with Labour Day, which may influence local business hours and event availability.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 298 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Spain, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 18.1°C (refreshing tonic). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.69m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 1 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 27.9°C in 2020, while the coldest dropped to 11.7°C in 2018.