Everything is open, nothing is crowded. May offers near-summer weather across the entire Med with spring fares. Sea swimming starts in the south; sightseeing weather is perfect everywhere.
Quick answer: the most reliable sunny weekend destinations in May, within a short direct flight of most of Europe, are Palma de Mallorca (Spain), Athens (Greece), Nice (France), Split (Croatia), Faro (Portugal).
| Destination | Country | Sunny days/yr | Winter / summer | Best months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palma de Mallorca | Spain | 300+ | 15°C / 29°C | May, June, September |
| Athens | Greece | 280+ | 13°C / 32°C | April, May, June |
| Nice | France | 270+ | 13°C / 27°C | May, June, September |
| Split | Croatia | 260+ | 12°C / 30°C | May, June, September |
| Faro | Portugal | 300+ | 16°C / 29°C | April, May, June |
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Get free weekly alerts →The most reliable sunny destinations in May are Palma de Mallorca, Athens, Nice, Split, Faro. May offers near-summer weather across the entire Med with spring fares. Sea swimming starts in the south; sightseeing weather is perfect everywhere.
May offers near-summer weather across the entire Med with spring fares. Sea swimming starts in the south; sightseeing weather is perfect everywhere. Weekend-only trips also dodge most seasonal price spikes, since you fly Friday–Sunday rather than on peak holiday dates.
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