Chianti region Weather in May

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

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Greve in Chianti Castellina in Chianti Gaiole in Chianti Tavarnelle in Val di Pesa

Planning a journey to Chianti region, 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 Chianti region in May

Chianti region, Italy is a region in Italy. May in Chianti region generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 22°C (72°F) and nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) in Greve in Chianti.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Castelnuovo Berardenga with an average of 74 mm (2.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Gaiole in Chianti with 78 mm (3.1 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Greve in Chianti enjoys approximately 300 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Chianti region by month

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

January10°C (50°F) February11°C (52°F) March15°C (59°F) April18°C (64°F) May22°C (72°F) This monthJune27°C (81°F) July30°C (86°F) August30°C (86°F) September25°C (77°F) October20°C (68°F) November14°C (57°F) December10°C (50°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Chianti region in May

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

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 Chianti region

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Chianti region, Italy?

Temperature range in Chianti region (May)

Precipitation variation in Chianti region (May)

Greve in Chianti

In May Greve in Chianti generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°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)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
300 hours
305 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
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Castellina in Chianti

In May Castellina in Chianti generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°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)
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
300 hours
310 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
76 mm (3 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Castellina in Chianti →

Gaiole in Chianti

In May Gaiole in Chianti generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°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)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
300 hours
310 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Gaiole in Chianti →

Tavarnelle in Val di Pesa

In May Tavarnelle in Val di Pesa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°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)
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
300 hours
305 hours
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
76 mm (3 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
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Castelnuovo Berardenga

In May Castelnuovo Berardenga generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°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)
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
300 hours
310 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Greve in Chianti 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Castellina in Chianti 23°C (73°F) 11°C (52°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Gaiole in Chianti 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Tavarnelle in Val di Pesa 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Castelnuovo Berardenga 23°C (73°F) 11°C (52°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
San Casciano in Val di Pesa 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 76 mm (3 in)

Chianti region weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Chianti region, Italy in May?

May in Chianti region, Italy brings perfect weather. In Greve in Chianti, daytime temperatures are typically around 22°C (72°F) and nighttime lows hover near 11°C (52°F).

What is the average temperature in Chianti region, Italy in May?

In Greve in Chianti, the average daytime high in May is 22°C (72°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 11°C (52°F).

Does Chianti region, Italy get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Chianti region, Italy. Greve in Chianti averages only about 78 mm (3.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Chianti region, Italy?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Chianti region, Italy. Typically, the climate in Greve in Chianti is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, May, June and September provide perfect weather in Greve in Chianti. On the other hand, the months of January and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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