Where is nice in May Europe?

The hottest temperatures recorded on the Continent throughout May are typically seen in Mediterranean countries such as Greece, Italy, Spain and Turkey. With temperatures ranging from 23-27C and up to 11 hours of sunshine on offer a day, a spring getaway to some of these destinations is an appealing prospect.



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The hottest city in Europe in May is Seville (27°C) in southern Spain, followed by Antalya (26°C) in southern Turkey. The islands of Crete, Malta and Cyprus will also feel hot at 24°C, along with Valencia and the Costa de la Luz (24°C) in Spain.

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The Indian Ocean is ideal for beach holidays in May. Choose between the Maldives, Mauritius and the Seychelles. May is a good month to visit Japan. Temperatures in the capital Tokyo are mild, the country's gardens are in full bloom and the mountains are green.

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May-August Nice's peak season is crowded, hot, humid and expensive. Expect to compete (or pay) for everything, whether it be a dinner reservation or a spot on the beach. If the pebbly waterfront is still calling you to visit during the summer though, make sure to book at least three months in advance.

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If you're looking for a beach holiday, the Costa del Sol and the Costa de la Luz are the hottest places to stay in Spain in May. Malaga will be around 25ºC with Marbella around 24ºC, each with 9-10 hours of daily sunshine.

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Though daily average temperatures are in the low to mid-60s°F (16°C-18°C) across the country, nightly temperatures drop 10 degrees, so be sure to pack accordingly, warm clothes for the evening and plenty of sunscreen.

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Expect the Greece temperature in May to average maximum temperature of 73°F (23°C), with around 10.5mm of rain and nearly 12 hours of sunshine. The beginning of May is a little cooler, and the heat ramps up towards the end of the month.

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In the north of the country, Porto is seeing highs of 54°F (68°C), though some showers are still to be expected, so go prepared. It's balmier and drier still as you move further south to Lisbon, where highs are notching 72°F (22°C) and there are just five days of rain to contend with.

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The average high temperature in Majorca during May is 23ºC, so you'll be spending lots of time sunning yourself at the beach or by the pool. Have some fun at the shops picking out your new swimwear, but make sure you leave some space in your suitcase for some warmer clothes, as things can get quite cool at night.

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Temperatures are starting to regularly exceed 70°F this month, as warm sunny weather predominates. There is hardly any rain, either. You'll enjoy ten daily hours of sunlight a day, and seawater temperatures have also increased to 64°F/18°C.

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Crete. Crete is the southernmost island in Greece and enjoys average May daytime temperatures of 23 degrees/74 Fahrenheit making it one of the warmest greek islands to visit in May. The water is usually warm enough for swimming and the weather is usually calm, with occasional showers.

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May is an undoubtedly a warm, dry and sunny month with temperatures reaching into the mid-20s, with the warmest temperatures in the south of the island. The weather is generally very predictable, with usually 9 hours of warm sunshine a day. May is a great time to go to Tenerife before the summer heat ratchets up.

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