Sardinia Weather in May

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

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Alghero Cagliari San Teodoro Castelsardo

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

What to Expect in Sardinia in May

Sardinia, Italy is a region in Italy. May in Sardinia generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Santa Maria Navarrese at 19°C (66°F) to warm in Annunziata at 26°C (79°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Annunziata and 15°C (59°F) in Santa Maria Navarrese.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Villasimius with an average of 27 mm (1.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Aritzo with 64 mm (2.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Alghero enjoys about 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, Italy?

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 excellent 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
very good
excellent
excellent
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 excellent 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
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Cagliari →

San Teodoro

In May San Teodoro 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 excellent 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)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
213 hours
281 hours
314 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
10 days
6 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in San Teodoro →

Castelsardo

In May Castelsardo generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
217 hours
271 hours
298 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Castelsardo →

Monte Nai

In May Monte Nai generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
219 hours
272 hours
312 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
9.1 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
8 days
4 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Monte Nai →

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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)
San Teodoro 21°C (70°F) 15°C (59°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Castelsardo 21°C (70°F) 14°C (57°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Monte Nai 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Villasimius 24°C (75°F) 15°C (59°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)

Sardinia weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Sardinia, Italy in May?

Sardinia, Italy typically experiences excellent weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Alghero average around 21°C (70°F), and temperatures drop to about 16°C (61°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Sardinia, Italy in May?

Average temperatures in Sardinia, Italy 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, Italy get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Alghero averages just 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Sardinia, Italy.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Sardinia, Italy?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Sardinia, Italy with overall excellent weather in Alghero. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Sardinia, Italy is in May, June, July, August, September and October with generally excellent weather in Alghero. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have good weather conditions.

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