Monthly climate guide
Jaén weather in May
Expect warm weather in Jaén in May: afternoons reach about 26°C (80°F), while nights drop to around 12°C (53°F). Around 29 mm of rain falls over the month (fairly dry), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 5°C warmer than April and 6°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- May brings late spring to Jaén.
- Temperatures are climbing — June is around 6°C warmer.
- Jaén is usually about 2°C warmer than Alcalá la Real, 40 km away, in May.
- Afternoons and nights feel like different seasons, roughly 14°C apart.
Avg high
26°C
80°F
Avg low
12°C
53°F
Rainfall
29 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
55%
relative
Sky
42%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Jaén weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°C / 56°F | 3°C / 37°F | 34 mm | 77% | 49% |
| February | 14°C / 58°F | 3°C / 37°F | 36 mm | 72% | 46% |
| March | 18°C / 64°F | 5°C / 41°F | 64 mm | 68% | 50% |
| April | 21°C / 70°F | 8°C / 47°F | 55 mm | 65% | 56% |
| May | 26°C / 80°F | 12°C / 53°F | 29 mm | 55% | 42% |
| June | 32°C / 90°F | 16°C / 61°F | 6 mm | 41% | 25% |
| July | 37°C / 98°F | 20°C / 68°F | 1 mm | 30% | 13% |
| August | 36°C / 98°F | 20°C / 69°F | 7 mm | 31% | 19% |
| September | 31°C / 87°F | 17°C / 62°F | 29 mm | 45% | 33% |
| October | 25°C / 77°F | 12°C / 54°F | 41 mm | 57% | 39% |
| November | 17°C / 63°F | 7°C / 44°F | 67 mm | 73% | 49% |
| December | 15°C / 58°F | 4°C / 39°F | 28 mm | 74% | 42% |
What to pack for May
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
Is May a good time to visit Jaén?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Jaén →Other Spain cities in May
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Jaén in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Jaén?
Yes. May is one of the best months for Jaén, with highs around 26°C and about 29 mm of rain.
How warm is Jaén in May?
Average highs are about 26°C (80°F) and average lows about 12°C (53°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Jaén in May?
Jaén typically gets around 29 mm of rain in May — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Jaén (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.