Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Sicily, Italy this May.
Sicily, Italy, a region in Italy, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in May ranging from 20°C (68°F) in Marettimo to 26°C (79°F) in Alcamo. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Alcamo and 17°C (63°F) in Marettimo.
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Palermo averages a daytime high of 23°C (73°F) in May, which is high for Sicily, Italy.
Palermo sees nighttime lows close to 16°C (61°F) in May.
Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Alcamo is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 26°C (79°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 15°C (59°F).
Our database indicates that in May, Marettimo is the city with the coolest temperatures in Sicily, Italy. You can expect daytime highs of 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows close to 17°C (63°F).
Palermo enjoys close to 288 hours of sunlight. This not only brightens the days but also uplifts the atmosphere during the month.
The water temperature averages approximately 18°C (64°F) in Catania this month, so still a bit cool to swim, though some enjoy a chilly dive.
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