Italy weather in May
Long-run climate averages for Italy in May, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.
In May, Italy averages 23°C by day and 13°C at night. It is the wettest month of the year here.
May in Italy averages a daytime high of 23°C and an overnight low of 13°C, which reads as warm for this part of the world. It is also the wettest month, so build rain into any plan. Across the whole year Italy sees roughly 898 mm of precipitation.
Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like - for that, see the live Italy forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.
Italy weather by month
what to expect in Italy through the yearHere is Italy's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °C, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Italy by season.
Common questions
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Climate averages from ERA5 reanalysis. Model accuracy re-scored over a rolling 30 days. Page updated .