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Sicily Weather in May

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

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

What to Expect in Sicily in May

Sicily, Italy is a region in Italy. May in Sicily 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 Marettimo at 20°C (68°F) to warm in Alcamo at 26°C (79°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Alcamo and 17°C (63°F) in Marettimo.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Lampedusa with an average of 6.8 mm (0.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Randazzo with 57 mm (2.2 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Palermo gets approximately 288 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Sicily by month

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

January15°C (59°F) February16°C (61°F) March18°C (64°F) April20°C (68°F) May25°C (77°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly32°C (90°F) August32°C (90°F) September29°C (84°F) October24°C (75°F) November20°C (68°F) December17°C (63°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Sicily in May

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

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 Sicily

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

Temperature range in Sicily (May)

Precipitation variation in Sicily (May)

Palermo

In May Palermo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
288 hours
303 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
5 days
3 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Palermo →

Syracuse

In May Syracuse generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low 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
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
190 hours
233 hours
287 hours
Monthly rainfall
31 mm (1.2 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
3 days
a single day
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Syracuse →

Catania

In May Catania 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 perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
25°C (77°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
190 hours
233 hours
287 hours
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
4 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Catania →

Trapani

In May Trapani generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
225 hours
307 hours
Monthly rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
7.7 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
5 days
2 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
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Taormina

In May Taormina 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
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
257 hours
294 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
5 days
3 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Catania 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Palermo 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Syracuse 22°C (72°F) 17°C (63°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Trapani 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Taormina 21°C (70°F) 15°C (59°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Castellammare del Golfo 26°C (79°F) 15°C (59°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)

Sicily weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Sicily, Italy typically experiences perfect weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Palermo average around 23°C (73°F), and temperatures drop to about 16°C (61°F) at night.

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

In Palermo, the average daytime high in May is 23°C (73°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 16°C (61°F).

Does Sicily, Italy get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Sicily, Italy during May, with Palermo averaging close to 29 mm (1.1 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Sicily, Italy?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Sicily, Italy with overall perfect weather in Palermo.

On average, the best time to visit Sicily, Italy is in May, June, September, October and November with generally perfect weather in Palermo. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March and December tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

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