Umbria Weather in May

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

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Assisi Perugia Orvieto Spoleto

Planning a trip to Umbria, Italy this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Umbria in May

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

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is pleasant in Savelli at 18°C (64°F) and warm in Magliano Sabina at 24°C (75°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Magliano Sabina and 8°C (46°F) in Savelli.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Casella with an average of 70 mm (2.8 in) to high rainfall in Castelluccio with 115 mm (4.5 in).

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Assisi sees around 198 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Umbria 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 Umbria

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

Temperature range in Umbria (May)

Precipitation variation in Umbria (May)

Assisi

In May Assisi generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°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)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
198 hours
216 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
75 mm (3 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Assisi →

Perugia

In May Perugia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°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)
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
198 hours
216 hours
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Perugia →

Orvieto

In May Orvieto generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°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)
23°C (73°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
198 hours
216 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
76 mm (3 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Orvieto →

Spoleto

In May Spoleto generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°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)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
198 hours
216 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Spoleto →

Castiglione del Lago

In May Castiglione del Lago generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°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)
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
198 hours
216 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Castiglione del Lago →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Assisi 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Perugia 23°C (73°F) 11°C (52°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Orvieto 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Spoleto 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Castiglione del Lago 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Todi 23°C (73°F) 11°C (52°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)

Umbria weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Umbria, Italy typically experiences perfect weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Assisi average around 22°C (72°F), and temperatures drop to about 11°C (52°F) at night.

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

In Assisi, the average daytime high in May is 22°C (72°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 11°C (52°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Umbria, Italy during May, with Assisi averaging close to 75 mm (3 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Umbria, Italy?

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Assisi. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

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