The month in detail
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Seville. Temperatures rise (82°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain risk remains low (14% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities.
May is the best month of the year in Seville. Compared to April: +9°F daytime, 6 pts fewer rainy days, +1.4h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
comfortable
10°
Daylight
14.0h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 30
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Is May the right month?
May is actually the best month of the year in Seville. Good timing.
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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 trip.
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 monthJuly · 99°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 61°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘDecember · 21%
🏖️ Beach trip
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is Seville ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
SpainTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.3 → 5.0 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
37.39°N · 5.99°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Seville?
May is the best month with 82°F highs, 59°F lows, 9.9h of sunshine and 14.0% rainy days. The months of May & June offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Seville get in May?
Seville averages 9.9 sunshine hours per day in May. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.9/10.
What is the rainiest month in Seville?
August is the most unfavourable month with August has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Seville in May?
In May, overnight lows reach 59°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
Is Seville good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Seville scores 7.1/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains May with a score of 8.9/10.
When should you avoid Seville?
August is the most difficult month to visit Seville, with August has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Seville in May?
The average UV index reaches 8 in May in Seville (high), with about 14.0h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.