Ibiza in May — Weather, Parties & Pricing
The shoulder month before peak. Cheaper hotels, opening parties, perfect for first-timers.
By the IbizaPlanner editorial team
Published monthlyguidemay
May is when Ibiza wakes up. The season launches with opening parties and hotel prices are 30-40% below peak.
Weather
22-26°C days, 14-17°C nights. Sea is still cool (18-19°C). Bring a light jacket for nights.
What's on
Most superclubs (Hï, Ushuaïa, Pacha, Amnesia, DC-10, UNVRS) open in May's first two weekends.
Beach clubs (O Beach, Nikki Beach, Cala Bassa) open mid-month.
Tips
- Book opening party tickets weeks in advance.
- Hotels in San Antonio and Playa d'en Bossa are cheapest.
- Boat parties don't fully launch until late May.
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