Beach weather without August prices, Gaudí queues still human.
Tip: Book Sagrada Família for first slot of the day.
Month 5 · Updated 2026
Where to travel in May
Late spring in Europe, dry season kicking off in Southeast Asia
May is warm, long-daylight, and still shoulder-priced in most of Europe. School-holiday crowds haven't arrived yet.
Top May destinations
Tulip season, mild days, ferry weather on the Bosphorus.
Tip: Cross into the Asian side for cheaper meals.
3. Kyoto, Japan
20°C
Fresh green maple, quieter than March, warm rains starting late.
Tip: Arashiyama early morning beats tour-bus arrivals.
4. Amalfi Coast, Italy
22°C
Lemon-blossom season, warm sea starting, drivable roads.
Tip: Base in Praiano — cheaper than Positano, same views.
5. Santorini, Greece
22°C
Perfect weather before June cruise avalanche.
Tip: Stay in Oia only if you actually want the sunset scrum.
What to avoid in May
- · Indian Golden Triangle (getting brutally hot)
- · Central US Tornado Alley
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