Rome Weather in May
May in Rome brings pleasant temperatures, with highs of 21°C (70°F) and nights dropping to 16°C (61°F).
With excellent weather conditions overall, it's a good time to visit.
Rainfall in Rome in May
Records from the past 30 years suggest around
10 days of rain, with
45 mm (1.8 in) average for the month.
Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.
Temperature in Rome in May
Rome in May is worth a visit. The temperature is excellent, with
21°C (70°F) during the day and
16°C (61°F) at night.
Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool.
With lows of
16°C (61°F), nights are cool. If you're out after dark, an extra layer will keep you comfortable. The cooler air at night is also great for getting a good rest.
Sunshine in Rome in May
The city usually sees around
264 hours of sunlight, indicating
many sunny days
, a great month for sightseeing.
Wind Speed in Rome in May
Average wind speeds reach
3 m/s (6 knots) in May, creating light breezes that feel pleasant throughout the day. Some days are calmer, while others bring slightly more active breezes.
If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a good time to visit Rome.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Avg daytime high
-5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot
Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in May: blue is cold, red is hot.
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in May: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.