May 20 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Sintra. With minimal rain risk (9%) and pleasant highs of 19°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Sintra right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Sintra
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
Portuguese
Driving
Right side
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.301
Sintra Weather Forecast for May 20
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 19°C. 9% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Sintra in May
Based on historical data for May 20, Sintra typically experiences temperatures between 13.5°C and 19°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (9% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Sintra
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
19°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
13.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
19°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
9%
Avg 0.4mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
46%
Overcast
Pressure
1017.3 hPa
Medium volatility
Sintra Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 93% 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
14.9°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Portugal
Flight Traffic
High
99/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~340
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Sintra
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:22
☀️ Noon
13:35
🌇 Sunset
20:48
⏱️ Daylight
14h 25m
Wind Speed
23.6 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
12.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
77%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Sintra
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 acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Sintra on May 20 averages 19°C with a 9% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 99/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Sintra Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
May 15
18.9°C • 10% rain
Score
100
May 18
19.2°C • 9% rain
Score
100
May 19
19.3°C • 11% rain
Score
100
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Sintra Worth Visiting on May 20?
Planning a trip to Sintra on May 20? 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 19°C with a 9% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 340 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Portugal, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 20 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 27°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 11.2°C in 2017.