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Italy Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Italy in May.

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Planning a journey to Italy this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Italy in May

The weather in Italy in May can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from cold to warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Maso Corto at 8°C (46°F) to warm in Foggia at 26°C (79°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Foggia and -2°C (28°F) in Maso Corto.

For a closer look at conditions across Italy, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Lampedusa with an average of 6.8 mm (0.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Vogogna with 335 mm (13 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Rome enjoys approximately 264 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Italy in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

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Temperature range in Italy (May)

Precipitation variation in Italy (May)

Rome

In May Rome generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
264 hours
285 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Rome →

Florence

In May Florence generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
300 hours
305 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
75 mm (3 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Florence →

Milan

In May Milan generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
211 hours
243 hours
Monthly rainfall
131 mm (5.2 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Milan →

Venice

In May Venice generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
174 hours
229 hours
243 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Venice →

Naples

In May Naples generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
244 hours
279 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Naples →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Italy in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rome 21°C (70°F) 16°C (61°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Florence 22°C (72°F) 12°C (54°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Milan 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 142 mm (5.6 in)
Naples 21°C (70°F) 16°C (61°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Venice 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Catania 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)

Italy weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Italy in May?

In May, Italy generally has perfect weather conditions. Rome sees daytime temperatures near 21°C (70°F), with nights cooling to roughly 16°C (61°F).

What is the average temperature in Italy in May?

Rome averages a daytime maximum of 21°C (70°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 16°C (61°F).

Does Italy get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Rome averages just 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Italy.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Italy?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Italy. Typically, the climate in Rome is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Italy is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Rome. On the other hand, the weather in December tends to be unpleasant.

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