Florence in May
7.4out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 27°C. Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days.
27°CAvg high
16°CAvg low
11Rainy days (119 mm)
13:49 hDaylight
05:52Sunrise · 19:42 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 27°C
- Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- 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 | 11°C | 1°C | 122 mm | 10 | – | – | 5.6 |
| February | 13°C | 3°C | 122 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.1 |
| March | 18°C | 7°C | 131 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.7 |
| April | 23°C | 11°C | 124 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.5 |
| May | 27°C | 16°C | 119 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.4 |
| June | 31°C | 21°C | 102 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.9 |
| July | 32°C | 22°C | 104 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.5 |
| August | 32°C | 22°C | 84 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.9 |
| September | 29°C | 18°C | 90 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.1 |
| October | 23°C | 12°C | 91 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.1 |
| November | 17°C | 6°C | 96 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.0 |
| December | 12°C | 3°C | 133 mm | 10 | – | – | 5.8 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Florence in May?
Daytime highs average 27°C and nights about 16°C.
When is the best time to visit Florence?
The best months are September, October, April.