Ibiza · SpringMonth summary
Ibiza weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
16°C – 23°C
🌧 Rainy days
15% of days
☀️ Sunshine
12.7h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
8.6/10
📅 📅 Best month
June (9.6/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Ibiza in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you want to combine beach, sightseeing and hiking — versatile weather (23°C, little rain).
❌ No if: you want to avoid tourist crowds — this is the busiest period.
Our take: Ibiza in May: 23°C and 12.7h of sunshine. Decent, but not the peak.
By trip type
Ibiza in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ⚠️ Possible
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in May
🎯 Peak season — bars and clubs buzzing, terraces open late into the evening Spring marks the start of the good season in Ibiza. Temperatures rise (23°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain risk remains low (15% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if June (9.6/10) remains theoretically better.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 10°C | 15°C | 15% | 1.2 | 8.4h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ February | 10°C | 16°C | 15% | 0.9 | 9.5h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ March | 12°C | 17°C | 27% | 1.4 | 10.4h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 14°C | 19°C | 21% | 1.3 | 12.0h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 16°C | 23°C | 15% | 0.8 | 12.7h | 8.6/10 |
| ☀️ June | 20°C | 27°C | 8% | 0.3 | 13.8h | 9.6/10 |
| ☀️ July | 23°C | 30°C | 4% | 0.2 | 13.5h | 9.2/10 |
| ☀️ August | 24°C | 30°C | 7% | 0.5 | 12.1h | 8.9/10 |
| ☀️ September | 22°C | 28°C | 23% | 2.1 | 11.0h | 8.6/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 19°C | 24°C | 20% | 1.6 | 9.8h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 14°C | 19°C | 22% | 1.7 | 8.7h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ December | 12°C | 17°C | 18% | 1.0 | 8.2h | 7.1/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Ibiza averages 23°C, 15% rainy days and 12.7h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 8.6/10.
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Comparison
May vs June (best month)
The best month is June (score 9.6/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +4°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -7%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.1h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Ibiza in May
Is May a good time to visit Ibiza?
May is an excellent time to visit Ibiza (score 8.6/10). With 23°C, 12.7h of sunshine and 15% rain, conditions are very favourable.
What to do in Ibiza in May?
With 23°C and 12.7h of sunshine, all outdoor activities are possible: hiking, sightseeing and terraces.
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