May Rainfall and Precipitation in Sicily
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Sicily, Italy in May.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in May: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Sicily precipitation in May: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does Sicily, Italy receive in May?
Palermo stays mostly dry in May, with average rainfall close to 29 mm (1.1 in).
How many days does it rain in Sicily, Italy in May?
On average, Palermo has about 5 days days of rain in May.
Is May part of the rainy season in Sicily, Italy?
May is generally a drier month for Sicily, Italy, falling outside the main rainy season.
What is the wettest city in May in Sicily, Italy?
Randazzo is the wettest city in Sicily, Italy in May according to our database, with average rainfall of around 57 mm (2.2 in).
What is the driest city in May in Sicily, Italy?
The driest place is Lampedusa with an average rainfall of 6.8 mm (0.3 in) according to our data.
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