La Gomera in May
5.7out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Hot: daytime highs around 30°C. Very wet: about 20 rainy days.
30°CAvg high
26°CAvg low
20Rainy days (167 mm)
12:39 hDaylight
05:41Sunrise · 18:20 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 30°C
- Very wet: about 20 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.9 days)
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.9 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C | 24°C | 3 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.9 |
| February | 30°C | 24°C | 2 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.9 |
| March | 30°C | 25°C | 5 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.5 |
| April | 31°C | 26°C | 22 mm | 6 | – | – | 7.8 |
| May | 30°C | 26°C | 167 mm | 20 | – | – | 5.7 |
| June | 29°C | 26°C | 289 mm | 24 | – | – | 6.0 |
| July | 30°C | 26°C | 168 mm | 20 | – | – | 5.9 |
| August | 29°C | 26°C | 214 mm | 22 | – | – | 6.0 |
| September | 29°C | 25°C | 317 mm | 25 | – | – | 6.1 |
| October | 29°C | 25°C | 269 mm | 22 | – | – | 6.1 |
| November | 29°C | 25°C | 57 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.1 |
| December | 29°C | 24°C | 7 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is La Gomera in May?
Daytime highs average 30°C and nights about 26°C.
When is the best time to visit La Gomera?
The best months are January, February, December, March.