Florence in May
7.7out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Mild: highs around 21°C. Frequent rain: about 9 rainy days.
21°CAvg high
11°CAvg low
9Rainy days (72 mm)
14:32 hDaylight
05:55Sunrise · 20:27 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 21°C
- Frequent rain: about 9 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.3 days)
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.3 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 | 2°C | 67 mm | 10 | – | – | 5.5 |
| February | 10°C | 2°C | 77 mm | 9 | – | – | 5.8 |
| March | 13°C | 4°C | 73 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.4 |
| April | 17°C | 7°C | 82 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.7 |
| May | 21°C | 11°C | 72 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.7 |
| June | 26°C | 15°C | 45 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
| July | 29°C | 18°C | 29 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.5 |
| August | 29°C | 18°C | 31 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.4 |
| September | 24°C | 14°C | 83 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| October | 19°C | 10°C | 114 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.9 |
| November | 13°C | 6°C | 128 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.7 |
| December | 9°C | 3°C | 97 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.4 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Florence in May?
Daytime highs average 21°C and nights about 11°C.
When is the best time to visit Florence?
The best months are July, August, June, September.