Palermo in May
8.3out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C. Some rain: about 6 rainy days.
23°CAvg high
14°CAvg low
6Rainy days (37 mm)
14:04 hDaylight
06:01Sunrise · 20:05 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C
- Some rain: about 6 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.4 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 | 13°C | 6°C | 65 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.3 |
| February | 13°C | 6°C | 68 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.3 |
| March | 16°C | 8°C | 64 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.6 |
| April | 18°C | 10°C | 61 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.2 |
| May | 23°C | 14°C | 37 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| June | 27°C | 18°C | 16 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.6 |
| July | 30°C | 21°C | 6 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.6 |
| August | 30°C | 22°C | 20 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.2 |
| September | 27°C | 19°C | 61 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| October | 23°C | 15°C | 81 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| November | 18°C | 11°C | 64 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.1 |
| December | 14°C | 8°C | 67 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Palermo in May?
Daytime highs average 23°C and nights about 14°C.
When is the best time to visit Palermo?
The best months are June, July, May, August.