Cilento Coast Weather in May

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

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Agropoli Castellabate Marina di Camerota Palinuro

Are you planning a trip a to the Cilento Coast, Italy in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in the Cilento Coast in May

The Cilento Coast, Italy is a region in Italy. May in the Cilento Coast generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 22°C (72°F) and nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) in Agropoli.

For specific regional insights in the Cilento Coast, Italy, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Castellabate with an average of 63 mm (2.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Scario with 86 mm (3.4 in).

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Agropoli sees around 250 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in the Cilento Coast 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).

Popular Destinations in the Cilento Coast

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

Temperature range in the Cilento Coast (May)

Precipitation variation in the Cilento Coast (May)

Agropoli

In May Agropoli generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°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)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
200 hours
250 hours
290 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
7 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Agropoli →

Castellabate

In May Castellabate 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
200 hours
250 hours
290 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Castellabate →

Marina di Camerota

In May Marina di Camerota generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°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)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Marina di Camerota →

Palinuro

In May Palinuro generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Palinuro →

Santa Maria di Castellabate

In May Santa Maria di Castellabate 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
200 hours
250 hours
290 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Santa Maria di Castellabate →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Cilento Coast, in Italy.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Cilento Coast in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Agropoli 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Castellabate 21°C (70°F) 16°C (61°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Marina di Camerota 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Palinuro 21°C (70°F) 15°C (59°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Santa Maria di Castellabate 21°C (70°F) 16°C (61°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Casal Velino 21°C (70°F) 15°C (59°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)

The Cilento Coast weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Cilento Coast, Italy in May?

Expect perfect weather across the Cilento Coast, Italy in May. The popular destination of Agropoli averages 22°C (72°F) by day and 15°C (59°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the Cilento Coast, Italy in May?

Average temperatures in the Cilento Coast, Italy during May range from a nighttime low near 15°C (59°F) to a daytime high around 22°C (72°F) in Agropoli.

Does the Cilento Coast, Italy get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in the Cilento Coast, Italy. Agropoli averages only about 68 mm (2.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Cilento Coast, Italy?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit the Cilento Coast, Italy with overall perfect weather in Agropoli. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, May, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Agropoli. On the other hand, the weather in January and February tend to be poor.

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