What is Ibiza Like in May?

May is the time when our beautiful island of Ibiza starts to come to life once again, when the island starts to bloom and the sun shines non-stop. Ask anyone who has been lucky enough to visit us in May, and they’re sure to tell you it’s the best time to go to Ibiza, bar none!

Yes, the start of the busy summer season is almost upon us and May is a time when new life is breathed into the White Isle. Very soon, the Ibiza party calendar will start with all of the amazing opening parties, plus there’ll be new bar and restaurant launches, and we’ll throw open our doors to all the wonderful guests due to stay with us during the summer months. It’s a very exciting time here in Ibiza – our favourite time of the year, in fact!

With just a few days left until the best time to go to Ibiza is upon us, we thought we should give you a quick introduction to life on the island at this time of year, with all the important information if you’re heading to our shores in the near future: what’s the weather forecast in Ibiza in May like, what are the best things to do and see at this time of year, plus all the latest details on the opening parties Ibiza, if you’re lucky enough to be planning on sampling a little of our nightlife. Enjoy!

Ibiza in May – the start of your summer

The best time to go to Ibiza is most definitely the start of the new season in May, there’s just so much going on all over the island! Enjoy spending an afternoon exploring the famous Ibiza flea markets perhaps, which take on a new lease of life in late spring. Or perhaps you want to take a boat trip around the island, a relaxing cruise to Formentera or even an afternoon of diving and snorkelling… all of which have great availability and offers in May. Whatever kind of holiday you’re looking for in Ibiza, the best time to go to Ibiza is now!

The weather forecast in Ibiza in May

May is when temperatures finally start to rise after the mild winters we enjoy on Ibiza, so the weather forecast in Ibiza in May is a comfortable and pleasant high teens to low twenties during the day, dropping to the lower to mid teens during the evenings and nights.

With very little rainfall from May onwards and throughout the summer, low winds and some of the highest average amount of sunshine hours in all of Europe, the great weather forecast in Ibiza in May makes it the perfect time to get some early summer sun!

Pack you swimsuits for days on the beach or by the pool, plus light and comfortable clothing for any daytime activities or excursions. In the evenings, all you’ll need is a light jacket or cardigan to wear over your outfits when walking outside, as it rarely cools down too much in the month of May.

The latest Ibiza party calendar

For all you nightlife lovers who want to sample some of Ibiza’s internationally famous club circuit when you arrive on our sandy shores, the Ibiza party calendar will not disappoint you.

With all the opening parties Ibiza will see in the next few weeks, you’ll be able to sample the best and brightest stars on the international music and dance circuit, where all the greatest superclubs will host amazing opening parties to showcase what they have in store this season.