Weather in May in Basilicata
Planning a trip to Basilicata this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:
What is the weather like in Basilicata in May?
Basilicata is a region in Italy. May in Basilicata generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.
Temperatures
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from pleasant in Marsico Nuovo at 20°C to warm in Miglionico at 25°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C in Miglionico and 9°C in Marsico Nuovo.For a closer look at conditions across Basilicata, refer to the map below.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Marina di Pisticci with an average of 27 mm to moderate rainfall in Maratea with 85 mm.For a more detailed look at Basilicata's conditions throughout the year, check out our Basilicata climate page.
Where to go in Basilicata in May





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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Basilicata?
Matera
In May Matera generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Maratea
In May Maratea generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Gravina in Puglia
In May Gravina in Puglia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Potenza
In May Potenza generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Metaponto
In May Metaponto generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Basilicata?
We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Basilicata with overall perfect weather in Matera.
Generally speaking, May, June, July, August, September and October provide perfect weather in Matera. In contrast, January and February tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.
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