Genoa weather in May (Liguria, Italy)

Will it be warm or cold in Genoa this May? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

During May, Genoa is known for its perfect weather, characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 20°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 14°C.

Precipitation

Genoa in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 88 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 13 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

With approximately 220 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. May, June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Genoa climate page with graphs.

 

Genoa, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 14°C  

Max Temperature 20°C  

Water Temperature 16°C *  

Chance of Rain 42%  

Precipitation 88 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Windspeed 11 km/h *  

Sunshine 220 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Genua, Italy (7 KM, 4 Miles).

Where to go in Italy in May

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Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Genoa, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 16°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Genoa.

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