Top 10 summer sun holiday destinations in May 2024
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Hoping to bask in some early summer sun this May? Let our handpicked selection of super sunny destinations help you the perfect place for that much-needed holiday.
We've pulled together a list of the top 10 places to go for warm-to-hot and sunny weather in May, both close to home and further afield, giving you long and short-haul options.
| Destination | Temperature | Daily sunshine | Flight time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max | Min | |||
| 1. Miami, Florida, USA | 29°C | 23°C | 10 hours | 10 hours |
| 2. Montego Bay, Jamaica | 30°C | 23°C | 7 hours | 10 hours |
| 3. Seville, Spain | 27°C | 13°C | 10 hours | 3 hours |
| 4. Caribbean Coast, Mexico | 32°C | 22°C | 8 hours | 10.5 hours |
| 5. Cape Verde | 26°C | 20°C | 8 hours | 6 hours |
| 6. Cyprus | 24°C | 15°C | 10 hours | 5 hours |
| 7. Antalya Coast, Turkey | 25°C | 14°C | 10 hours | 4.5 hours |
| 8. Kos, Greece | 24°C | 15°C | 11 hours | 4 hours |
| 9. Fuerteventura, Canary Islands | 23°C | 15°C | 9 hours | 4.5 hours |
| 10. Malta | 23°C | 15°C | 10 hours | 3 hours |
We've stuck with destinations that we know suit families, couples and groups, narrowing down a mix of much-loved beach and city spots around the globe. Our detailed infographic clearly displays our 10 favourite places to go for early summer sunshine in May.
Top 10 sunny destinations in May
- Miami, Florida, USA
- Montego Bay, Jamaica
- Seville, Spain
- Mexico's Caribbean Coast
- Cape Verde
- Cyprus
- Antalya coast, Turkey
- Kos, Greece
- Fuerteventura, Canary Islands, Spain
- Malta
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Looking for more? Be sure to read our complete guide to the weather in May and see where else we recommend for a holiday at this time.
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