The month in detail
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Fuerteventura. Temperatures rise (23°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain is virtually absent (3% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if August (9.6/10) remains theoretically better.
May ranks 5 out of 12 months in Fuerteventura. Compared to April: +2°C daytime, +0.9h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
comfortable
12°
Sea
21°C
cool, invigorating
Daylight
13.4h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 37
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Fuerteventura is August (9.6/10), 0.7 pt higher than May.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · Spain
🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 28°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 18°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 6%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is Fuerteventura ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
SpainTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.6 → 7.7 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
28.36°N · 14.02°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Fuerteventura?
August is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 18.0°C lows, 9.3h of sunshine and 1.0% rainy days. The months of August & July offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Fuerteventura get in August?
Fuerteventura averages 9.3 sunshine hours per day in August. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.3/10.
What is the rainiest month in Fuerteventura?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Fuerteventura in August?
In August, overnight lows reach 18.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Fuerteventura good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Fuerteventura scores 7.3/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains August with a score of 9.3/10.
When should you avoid Fuerteventura?
January is the most difficult month to visit Fuerteventura, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Fuerteventura in May?
In May, the sea averages 21°C in Fuerteventura: cool, invigorating. Swimming is possible but brisk; sensitive swimmers may prefer a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Fuerteventura in May?
The average UV index reaches 8 in May in Fuerteventura (very high), with about 13.4h of daylight. Protection essential.