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Stunning aerial night view of Thessaloniki's illuminated waterfront in Greece.
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Where to go in May

150 European cities, ranked on what May is really like — weather, crowds and fares, from the data.

By ReasonStay editorial team · Updated · How we verify

In short

Warm, without the crowds: Thessaloniki, 24 °C · below average (0.8× an average month); Valencia, 24 °C · average (1.0× an average month); Lecce, 24 °C · below average (0.8× an average month). Warmest in May: Seville, 28 °C highs, 5 rain days; Córdoba, 28 °C highs, 5 rain days; Antalya, 27 °C highs, 7 rain days.

May

Warm, without the crowds

Average high 18–28 °C in May and visitor nights at or below an average month for the region (Eurostat). Warmest first.

Stunning aerial night view of Thessaloniki's illuminated waterfront in Greece. Thessaloniki Greece. 24 °C · below average (0.8× an average month) Explore the futuristic architecture of Valencia's City of Arts and Sciences on a bright day. Valencia Spain. 24 °C · average (1.0× an average month) This ornate Baroque facade of the Basilica di Santa Croce in Lecce showcases intricate details and elaborate sculptures. Lecce Italy. 24 °C · below average (0.8× an average month) Colorful buildings and palm trees line a vibrant street in Bari, capturing the essence of Apulia. Bari Italy. 23 °C · below average (0.8× an average month) Scenic view of Santa Bárbara Castle on Mount Benacantil in Alicante, Spain. Alicante Spain. 23 °C · average (1.0× an average month) Majestic view of Mount Teide surrounded by clouds in the Canary Islands. Tenerife Spain. 23 °C · below average (0.9× an average month) Explore the ancient stone cityscape of Matera's historic Sassi district, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Matera Italy. 23 °C · below average (0.8× an average month) View of the architectural dome in Cagliari, Sardinia with clear blue sky. Cagliari Italy. 23 °C · below average (0.8× an average month)
May

Warmest in May

Highest average daily high in May (ten-year ERA5 normals), capped at 32 °C.

Explore the ornamental arches and ceilings of Seville's Real Alcázar, showcasing stunning Mudéjar architecture. Seville Spain. 28 °C highs, 5 rain days Striking arches and historical art inside the stunning Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba. Córdoba Spain. 28 °C highs, 5 rain days Charming harbor scene with docked boats and ancient fort in Antalya, Türkiye. Antalya Türkiye. 27 °C highs, 7 rain days Serene sunset view over Izmir promenade with ships and people silhouetted against the sea. Izmir Türkiye. 27 °C highs, 7 rain days Aerial shot of Heraklion Natural History Museum showcasing dinosaur models and urban landscape. Heraklion (Crete) Greece. 25 °C highs, 6 rain days Detailed view of the Caryatids on the Erechtheion at the Acropolis in Athens, Greece. Captures ancient Greek architecture. Athens Greece. 25 °C highs, 5 rain days Discover the historic Street of Knights in Rhodes, showcasing medieval architecture. Rhodes Greece. 25 °C highs, 4 rain days Stunning view of the Alhambra Palace set against a clear blue sky in Granada, Spain. Granada Spain. 25 °C highs, 6 rain days
May

Driest in May

Fewest days with at least 1 mm of rain in May, among cities averaging 12 °C or more.

Barren volcanic terrain of Timanfaya National Park in Lanzarote, Spain under vivid blue skies. Lanzarote Spain. 2 rain days, 22 °C Breathtaking Santorini village of Oia with iconic Greek architecture and flags. Santorini Greece. 3 rain days, 22 °C Golden light illuminates St. John's Co-Cathedral in Valletta, Malta, highlighting its Baroque architecture. Valletta Malta. 3 rain days, 22 °C Scenic view of traditional white homes on a Greek island during daytime. Mykonos Greece. 4 rain days, 22 °C Discover the historic Street of Knights in Rhodes, showcasing medieval architecture. Rhodes Greece. 4 rain days, 25 °C People enjoying a sunny day on Las Canteras Beach in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain. Gran Canaria Spain. 4 rain days, 18 °C A beautiful yacht sailing near a lighthouse under a clear sky in Marbella, Spain. Marbella Spain. 4 rain days, 23 °C View of the Alcazaba in Málaga, showcasing ancient fortress architecture amidst lush greenery. Málaga Spain. 4 rain days, 24 °C
May

Lowest fares in May 2027

Lowest fare found in recent flight searches (Aviasales) from London, Paris, Berlin, Amsterdam, Stockholm or New York for May 2027. Fares change daily.

Stunning aerial photograph of Riga's historic center and Daugava River skyline in Latvia. Riga Latvia. from €25 · 17 °C A beautiful view of Vilnius city featuring historic architecture and a prominent church tower under a clear sky. Vilnius Lithuania. from €27 · 17 °C A stunning view of the iconic Milan Cathedral with birds flying against a clear blue sky. Milan Italy. from €28 · 22 °C Scenic view of colorful houses along Lake Como with boats and waterfront elements. Como Italy. from €28 · 21 °C The Colosseum stands majestically amidst bustling Rome, an iconic remnant of ancient architecture. Rome Italy. from €29 · 23 °C Night scene of Genoa harbor featuring the iconic Bigo structure reflected in the water. Genoa Italy. from €29 · 21 °C A picturesque view of an ancient castle surrounded by vibrant greenery under a cloudy sky. Edinburgh United Kingdom. from €30 · 14 °C Sunlit view of historic Plaza Mayor in Madrid, showcasing architecture and daily life. Madrid Spain. from €31 · 24 °C

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