Sardinia Weather in May

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

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Alghero Cagliari

Planning a trip to Sardinia this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Sardinia in May

May in Sardinia generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Alghero at 21°C (70°F) to warm in Cagliari at 24°C (75°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Cagliari and 16°C (61°F) in Alghero.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Sardinia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

May is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 38 mm (1.5 in) in Alghero.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Alghero enjoys approximately 271 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Sardinia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Sardinia — and find the best time to visit. (based on Alghero)

January14°C (57°F) February14°C (57°F) March16°C (61°F) April18°C (64°F) May21°C (70°F) June25°C (77°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August28°C (82°F) September26°C (79°F) October23°C (73°F) November19°C (66°F) December16°C (61°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Sardinia in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Sardinia.

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).

Popular Destinations in Sardinia

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Sardinia?

Temperature range in Sardinia (May)

Precipitation variation in Sardinia (May)

Alghero

In May Alghero 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)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
217 hours
271 hours
298 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
8 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Alghero →

Cagliari

In May Cagliari generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
24°C (75°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
219 hours
272 hours
312 hours
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
7 days
4 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Cagliari →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Alghero 21°C (70°F) 16°C (61°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Cagliari 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)

Sardinia weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Sardinia in May?

Expect perfect weather across Sardinia in May. The popular destination of Alghero averages 21°C (70°F) by day and 16°C (61°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Sardinia in May?

Average temperatures in Sardinia during May range from a nighttime low near 16°C (61°F) to a daytime high around 21°C (70°F) in Alghero.

Does Sardinia get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Sardinia. Alghero averages only about 38 mm (1.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Sardinia?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Sardinia with overall perfect weather in Alghero.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Alghero. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be tolerable.

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