Bologna in May
7.8out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C. Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days.
23°CAvg high
13°CAvg low
10Rainy days (76 mm)
14:36 hDaylight
05:53Sunrise · 20:29 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C
- Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.9 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C | 1°C | 45 mm | 7 | – | – | 5.7 |
| February | 10°C | 1°C | 65 mm | 8 | – | – | 6.1 |
| March | 15°C | 5°C | 62 mm | 8 | – | – | 6.8 |
| April | 18°C | 9°C | 76 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.1 |
| May | 23°C | 13°C | 76 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| June | 28°C | 18°C | 60 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.1 |
| July | 31°C | 20°C | 46 mm | 6 | – | – | 7.7 |
| August | 31°C | 20°C | 53 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.6 |
| September | 25°C | 15°C | 68 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| October | 19°C | 11°C | 76 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.5 |
| November | 13°C | 6°C | 91 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.3 |
| December | 8°C | 2°C | 69 mm | 9 | – | – | 5.7 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Bologna in May?
Daytime highs average 23°C and nights about 13°C.
When is the best time to visit Bologna?
The best months are June, September, May, July.