Gibraltar
Gibraltar in May
Where it is warm, dry and good for swimming in Gibraltar in May — compared across the country’s main destinations.
Quick answers
- Where is it warmest in Gibraltar in May?
- Gibraltar is the warmest of the 7 destinations compared, with highs of 21°C (70°F) in May; Gibraltar is the coolest at 21°C (70°F).
- Can you swim in the sea in Gibraltar in May?
- Hardly: even the warmest water, at Gibraltar (17°C (63°F)), stays below 21 °C.
Warmest
21°
Gibraltar
Driest
32 mm
Gibraltar
Warmest sea
17°
Gibraltar
Across Gibraltar, May highs run from 21°C (70°F) (Gibraltar) to 21°C (70°F) (Gibraltar). On average it is 2.5 °C (4 °F) warmer than April. Most destinations stay largely dry. Best bets this month: Gibraltar.
Best places in Gibraltar in May
Weather in May by city
| Place | Day | Night | Rain | Sea | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gibraltar | 21° | 14° | 32 mm | 17° | 90 |
| Reclamation Areas | 21° | 14° | 32 mm | 17° | 90 |
| Europa Point | 21° | 14° | 32 mm | 17° | 90 |
| Town Area | 21° | 14° | 32 mm | 17° | 90 |
| Upper Town | 21° | 14° | 32 mm | 17° | 90 |
| Sandpits | 21° | 14° | 32 mm | 17° | 90 |
| East Side | 21° | 14° | 32 mm | 17° | 90 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in Gibraltar in May?
Average daytime highs range from 21° in Gibraltar to 21° in Gibraltar.
Can you swim in Gibraltar in May?
The sea is cool: the warmest water is around Gibraltar at about 17°.